Gong (noun)

1. A circular metal plate that is struck with a mallet to produce a deep, resonant sound.
2. An instrument consisting of a circular metal plate that is struck with a mallet to produce a deep, resonant sound.

Origin:

The word "gong" is believed to have originated from the malay word "gong" or "gung", which refers to a struck metal percussion instrument. it is also thought to have been borrowed from the chinese word "gong" which has the same meaning.

Examples:

1. He struck the gong to signal the beginning of the ceremony.
2. The gong had a deep, resonant sound that filled the room.
3. The gong is an important instrument in many traditional music ensembles.
4. The sound of the gong is believed to have healing properties.
5. The musician played a beautiful melody on the gong.