Definition

A light, sharp ringing sound, often made by glass or metal hitting each other.

Example

I heard the clink of glasses as they toasted to the new year.

Conversation

Did you hear that clink when I dropped the glass?

Yeah, it sounded like it shattered!

I know, right? I was so worried I'd have to clean it up.

Luckily, it just made a little clink and didn't break.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

To cause a light, sharp ringing sound, often by striking two objects together, like glasses or metal.

Example

They clinked their glasses together to celebrate the occasion.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, do you want to clink our glasses for a toast?

Absolutely! It’s a great way to celebrate.

I love how it sounds when we clink them together.

Root Explanation

The word 'clink' originates from the Middle English 'clinken', which is imitative in nature, representing the sound of a bell or metal striking metal. It describes the sharp, ringing sound made when two hard objects come into contact.

Memory Tip

Imagine the sharp sound of metal hitting metal, like a bell ringing — that's what 'clink' means.

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