Clank ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Clank ( verb )

Make or cause to make a harsh, ringing metallic sound.

Origin:

Late middle english: imitative.

Examples:

1. The knight's armor clanked as he walked.
2. The metal gate clanked shut behind them.
3. The engine clanked and stopped working.
4. The chains clanked against the metal bars.
5. She clanked the pans together to get his attention.

(As a noun)

Clank ( noun )

Make or cause to make a harsh, ringing metallic sound.

Origin:

Late middle english: imitative.

Examples:

1. The knight's armor clanked as he walked.
2. The metal gate clanked shut behind them.
3. The engine clanked and stopped working.
4. The chains clanked against the metal bars.
5. She clanked the pans together to get his attention.