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jangle
[ jang-guhl ]
verb (used without object)
- to produce a harsh, discordant sound, as two comparatively small, thin, or hollow pieces of metal hitting together:
The charms on her bracelet jangle as she moves.
- to speak angrily; wrangle.
verb (used with object)
- to cause to make a harsh, discordant, usually metallic sound:
He jangled the pots and pans.
- to cause to become irritated or upset:
The loud noise of the motors jangled his nerves.
noun
- a harsh or discordant sound.
- an argument, dispute, or quarrel.
jangle
/ ˈdʒæŋɡəl /
verb
- to sound or cause to sound discordantly, harshly, or unpleasantly
the telephone jangled
- tr to produce a jarring effect on
the accident jangled his nerves
- an archaic word for wrangle
noun
- a harsh, unpleasant ringing noise
- an argument or quarrel
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Derived Forms
- ˈjangler, noun
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Other Words From
- jangler noun
- jangly adjective
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Word History and Origins
Origin of jangle1
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Word History and Origins
Origin of jangle1
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Example Sentences
I have everywhere remarked that the Indians jangle and threaten a great deal, but that they never go beyond that.
The clocks of the city struck six in a solemn jangle of tones.
Tabret and viol jangle harshly in the ears that have rioted in melodies made by fairy harpers.
The keys seemed to jangle like thunder as I tried them one after the other on the drawer where I had seen him put away the gold.
The weather held good, and late that night the camp heard the jangle of bells as Mr. Starr drove over to the stables.
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