Noun, Verb
2. DefinitionsNoun: a loud, resounding noise; a sharp blow or slap.
Verb: to strike or beat with a resounding noise; to make a resounding noise.
3. Pronunciations (US, UK)US: /wæŋ/
UK: /wæŋ/
4. Origin and UsageThe word "whang" has a Germanic origin and has been used in English since the 16th century. It is often used to describe a loud, sharp noise or a hard blow or slap. It can also be used as a verb to describe the act of striking something with a loud noise.
5. SynonymsNoun: bang, clap, crack, smack, thwack
Verb: bang, clap, crack, smack, thwack
6. Related Wordsclang, clank, crash, smash, swang
7. Example SentencesNoun: The whang of the gavel signaled the start of the auction.
Verb: She whanged the door shut behind her, causing the pictures on the wall to rattle.