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jangle

[ˈdʒæŋɡl]

jangle Definition

  • 1make or cause to make a ringing metallic sound, typically a discordant one
  • 2talk in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner

Using jangle: Examples

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

  • Example

    The keys jangled in his pocket.

  • Example

    Her bracelets jangled as she moved her arm.

  • Example

    He jangled the coins in his pocket nervously.

  • Example

    She jangled her keys impatiently.

jangle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for jangle

Antonyms for jangle

Idioms Using jangle

  • a set of keys that make a ringing metallic sound, typically a discordant one

    Example

    He nervously played with his jangling keys while waiting for the interview.

  • jangling nerves

    a state of nervousness or agitation

    Example

    The thought of public speaking always sets my jangling nerves on edge.

  • music that is characterized by a discordant or clashing sound

    Example

    The jangling music was not to everyone's taste.

Phrases with jangle

  • jangling nerves

    a state of nervousness or agitation

    Example

    The thought of public speaking always sets my jangling nerves on edge.

  • words that are spoken in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner

    Example

    His jangling words were hard to understand amidst all the noise.

  • jewelry that makes a ringing metallic sound, typically a discordant one

    Example

    Her jangling jewelry was distracting during the meeting.

Origins of jangle

from Middle English 'janglen', meaning 'to chatter'

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Summary: jangle in Brief

The verb 'jangle' [ˈdʒæŋɡl] refers to making a ringing metallic sound, often discordant, as in 'Her bracelets jangled as she moved her arm.' It can also mean talking in a noisy, excited, or declamatory manner, as in 'His jangling words were hard to understand amidst all the noise.' 'Jangle' extends into phrases like 'jangling nerves,' and idioms like 'jangling keys,' denoting a set of keys that make a ringing metallic sound.