Definitions

1. consonant cluster

a combination of the consonants ‘n’ and ‘g’ used in the formation of words

“The consonant cluster ‘ng’ is a common sound in many English words, such as ‘sing’ and ‘song’.”

2. noun

the suffix or sound of ‘ng’ at the end of a word, often indicating a plural or a noun ending in a silent ‘g’

“The word ‘dogs’ ends with the noun ‘ng’ sound.”

3. interjection

a sound of disapproval or annoyance, often expressed as ‘not a chance’ or ‘not going to happen’

“He let out a loud ‘ng’ when he heard the bad news.”

4. verb

to make a disapproving or annoyed sound, often in reaction to something unpleasant

“She nged in disgust when she saw the state of the room.”