clank

nounmetallic noise

verbclang, clatter

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noun metallic noise

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Word Origin & History

1610s, perhaps echoic, perhaps a blend of clang (v.) and clink (v.), perhaps from a Low German source (cf. Middle Dutch clank, Dutch klank, Old High German klanc, Middle Low German klank, German Klang).

Example Sentences for clank

There was trouble in that place—moaning, splashing, gurgling, and the clank of machinery.

The clank of the iron chain in the gear told that the cage in the shaft was working.

Behind them now came the clank and thud of a score of overtaking feet.

Voices and the clank of chains were heard in the patio, and then in the next room.

The shuffling movement and clank of chains was heard, but she did not turn her head.

The bell was rung violently—every clank sent a pang through her bosom.

"But not here," he added, hearing the clank of the verger's keys.

The groan of breaking hearts is there—The falling lash—the fetter's clank!

At a hundred yards I gave the signal, and heard the clank and swish of the discharge.

Within it I heard the hiss and clank as a mail cylinder flashed past.

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clash

clashes

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clattered

jangle

ring

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clatter

clattered

jangle

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