clinking
/ˈklɪŋkɪŋ/
noun
- A light, sharp ringing sound, like that of glasses or metal objects hitting each other.
- The clinking of silverware against plates filled the busy restaurant.
- We heard the clinking of coins as he dropped them into the jar.
- The clinking of ice cubes in a glass signaled the start of the party.
adjective
- Making a light, sharp ringing sound.
- The clinking chains of the old swing set echoed in the breeze.
- The clinking glasses announced a toast to the newlyweds.
- She carried a tray of clinking champagne flutes across the room.