What does CLINK mean?

1. **Parts of Speech:** verb, noun 2. **Definitions:** - *verb*: make or cause to make a light, sharp, ringing sound, typically by striking objects together - *noun*: a light, sharp, ringing sound, typically made by glasses or metal objects striking together 3. **Pronunciations:** - US: /klɪŋk/ - UK: /klɪŋk/ 4. **Origin and Usage:** The word "clink" originated from the Middle Dutch word "klinken" meaning "to ring, sound, or clink." The verb "clink" has been used since the 16th century to describe the sound of metal objects striking together. It is often used in the context of drinks, such as the sound of glasses or ice cubes clinking together. The noun form is used to describe the sound itself. 5. **Synonyms:** tinkle, clang, jingle, chime, ring 6. **Related Words:** chink, clunk, blink, brink, plink 7. **Example Sentences:** - The glasses clinked together as they toasted to their success. - She heard the clink of coins in the jar as she dropped them in. - The prisoners could hear the clink of the guards keys as he approached their cell.