Definition of Clink
Clink
clink
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(noun)
a short, sharp metallic sound with a ringing quality, similar to that made by glass or metal striking against each other;
e.g. There was a distinct clink as quarters and nickels were dropped into the cup.
(verb)
to produce a short, sharp, metallic sound, especially by striking metal or glass together, or to cause something to make such a sound, for example to strike drinking glasses together in order to express good wishes or friendliness;
e.g. I heard his keys clink in his pocket. We watched them clink their glasses and then sip their drinks.
(noun)
(informal) prison or jail (usually used as "the clink");
e.g. She was taken to the clink because she stole from the store.
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