Pronunciation: /klɪŋk/
noun A sharp, metallic sound
A1 I heard a clink as the glass hit the table.
A2 The clink of the coins in his pocket could be heard from across the room.
B1 The clink of the keys reminded me that I had forgotten something important.
B2 The clink of the champagne glasses signaled the start of the celebration.
C1 The clink of the silverware added to the elegant atmosphere of the restaurant.
C2 The clink of the ice cubes in his drink was the only sound in the quiet room.
verb To make or cause to make a sharp, metallic sound
A1 The coins clinked together in his pocket as he walked.
A2 She clinked her glass against his in a toast.
B1 The prisoners clinked their cups against the bars to get the guard's attention.
B2 The chef clinked the pots and pans together as he cooked in the kitchen.
C1 The sound of champagne glasses clinking filled the room as the guests celebrated.
C2 The orchestra's instruments clinked together in perfect harmony during the performance.
formal The sommelier demonstrated the proper way to clink glasses before a toast.
informal Let's clink our glasses together before taking a sip!
slang We should totally clink our drinks for good luck!
figurative The sound of the coins clinking in his pocket reminded him of his wealth.
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