plinking
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7.6
- noun
- /ˈplɪŋkɪŋ/
- That beautiful sound of plinking nickels.
Examples
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The musician created a magical atmosphere with the plinking of the piano keys.
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As we walked through the garden, the plinking of raindrops on the metal sculptures sounded soothing.
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During the storm, the plinking of hail on the roof made a rhythmic pattern that echoed through the house.
Synonyms
162
2.2
To shake something so it makes short, sharp noises
18
5.1
To make a short, sharp sound by hitting glass or metal together
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7.2
To make short, sharp clicking sounds
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6.0
To make a short sharp sound like a clock
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2.7
Making short, high ringing sounds like small bells
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6.3
A series of quick, sharp sounds like train wheels or high heels
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3.4
A light, sharp ringing sound when keys or glasses touch
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9.0
A series of short, sharp tapping sounds like knocking on a door
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Etymology
Plinking comes from the simple sound word plink, which copies a 'short, sharp' metallic noise like 'ping'. So plinking describes a series of small, repeated percussive sounds.