Gong Definition

gông, gŏng
gonged, gonging, gongs
noun
gongs
A slightly convex metallic disk that gives a loud, resonant tone when struck: used as a signal, percussion instrument, etc.
Webster's New World
A saucer-shaped bell with such a tone.
Webster's New World
A medal.
Webster's New World
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verb
To make the sound of a gong.
American Heritage
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Other Word Forms of Gong

Noun

Singular:
gong
Plural:
gongs

Origin of Gong

  • From Malay gong

    From Wiktionary

  • Malay

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

Gong Sentence Examples

  • I was trying to come up with an exit excuse when a gong sounded from above.

  • In addition to its mini sound system functions, this clock offers users a variety of alarm options including a buzzer, the radio, CD music, chimes, flute or gong.

  • As it tolled its final gong, Edith Shipton appeared, in her late night attire— the Annie Quincy white dress—her hair loosened about her shoulders.

  • O now lift up thy song Thy noble note prolong Thou living Chinese gong!

  • It's been nearly 40 years since the best Picture gong went to a musical.

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Words Starting With

GGOGON

Words Ending With

GNGONG

Unscrambles

gong

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4 Letter Words4 Letter Words Starting With G4 Letter Words Ending With G