- present participle of clang.
clanging
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of clanging
clang- probably < German Klang sound, taken as clang + -ing 1
Example Sentences
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The rhythmic clanging of hammers on bronze echoes through the Istanbul workshop where three craftsmen are landing blows with astonishing precision to transform featureless metal discs into highly prized handcrafted cymbals.
From Barron's ● Aug. 6, 2026
Yet, Fire Island as a concept produces nothing more than a toy monkey clanging its cymbals in my brain.
From Salon ● Jun. 18, 2026
There is less shouting, banging and clanging and fewer voices raised in anger.
From BBC ● Nov. 25, 2025
The closing number, “Match-Lit,” features a moody production with a clanging snare drum and bits of pedal-steel guitar.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 30, 2025
It split the night with clanging and crashing.
From "Enrique's Journey" by Sonia Nazario
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