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gong

|gong|

B2

🇺🇸

/ɡɔŋ/

🇬🇧

/ɡɒŋ/

resonant percussion

Etymology
Etymology Information

'gong' originates from Malay, specifically the word 'gong', where it referred to a musical instrument.

Historical Evolution

'gong' was borrowed into English from the Malay word 'gong' and has retained its meaning as a musical instrument.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a musical instrument', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a large, flat, circular metal percussion instrument that produces a resonant sound when struck.

The sound of the gong signaled the start of the ceremony.

Synonyms

bellchime

Verb 1

to sound a gong.

He gonged the instrument to gather everyone's attention.

Synonyms

ringchime

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Idioms

hit the gong

Last updated: 2025/01/15 20:56