click
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B1
/klɪk/
sharp sound
Etymology
Etymology Information
'click' originates from the Dutch word 'klikken,' which meant 'to make a sharp sound.'
Historical Evolution
'klikken' transformed into the Middle English word 'clicke,' and eventually became the modern English word 'click.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make a sharp sound,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a short, sharp sound as of a switch being operated or of two hard objects coming smartly into contact.
The door closed with a click.
Synonyms
Verb 1
to make or cause to make a short, sharp sound.
He clicked his fingers to get attention.
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Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/17 20:21