Meaning
A loud, ringing sound, like that made by free-hanging metal objects striking each other; usually, one considered more jarring than melodious.
Etymology
Origin: Latin
1570, of imitative origin. Compare also Saterland Frisian Kloang, West Frisian klank, Dutch klank, German Klang (from German klingen), Danish and Swedish klang, Latin clangere (“to resound”) (which probably influenced it).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 2 recorded puzzles: