Ting
(verb)
To make a high-pitched sound, especially by striking or tapping a metal or other hard surface.
Origin:
The word "ting" is derived from the middle english word "tingen" meaning to sound or ring. it has been used since the 14th century.
Examples:
- The metal spoon tinged against the glass as she stirred her tea.
- The bell in the tower tinged to signal the start of class.
- The sound of the church bell tinging in the distance was a soothing sound.
- He tinged the triangle to call the children to dinner.
- The sound of the wind chime tinging in the breeze was a pleasant sound.