tinkle

[ˈtɪŋkl]

tinkle Definition

  • 1to make a light, high ringing sound
  • 2to urinate

Using tinkle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "tinkle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The wind chimes tinkled in the breeze.

  • Example

    I heard the sound of someone tinkling in the bathroom.

  • Example

    The ice cubes tinkled in the glass as he poured the drink.

tinkle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for tinkle

Phrases with tinkle

  • to leave quickly and quietly

    Example

    He had to tinkle off before anyone saw him.

  • to fall gently and with a light ringing sound

    Example

    The rain tinkled down on the roof all night.

  • tinkle the ivories

    to play the piano

    Example

    She sat down to tinkle the ivories and played a beautiful melody.

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Summary: tinkle in Brief

The verb 'tinkle' [ˈtɪŋkl] has two main meanings. The first is to make a light, high ringing sound, as in 'The wind chimes tinkled in the breeze.' The second is to urinate, as in 'I heard the sound of someone tinkling in the bathroom.' 'Tinkle' can also be used in phrases like 'tinkle off,' meaning to leave quickly and quietly, and 'tinkle the ivories,' meaning to play the piano.