Clatter ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Clatter ( verb )

To make a loud, rattling noise.

Origin:

Of imitative origin, likely influenced by the middle low german word 'klatter'.

Examples:

1. The horses' hooves clattered on the cobblestone street.
2. The dishes clattered as she stacked them in the sink.
3. The chains clattered against the metal floor as the prisoner was dragged away.
4. The train clattered past the station, blowing its whistle loudly.
5. The wind chimes clattered in the breeze.

(As a noun)

Clatter ( noun )

To make a loud, rattling noise.

Origin:

Of imitative origin, likely influenced by the middle low german word 'klatter'.

Examples:

1. The horses' hooves clattered on the cobblestone street.
2. The dishes clattered as she stacked them in the sink.
3. The chains clattered against the metal floor as the prisoner was dragged away.
4. The train clattered past the station, blowing its whistle loudly.
5. The wind chimes clattered in the breeze.