Definitions

1. verb

to make a sharp, ringing sound, typically a small bell

“The shopkeeper heard the bell ting as the customer entered the store.”

2. noun

a sharp, ringing sound, typically a small bell

“The ting of the bell filled the air as the ceremony began.”

3. verb

to cause a small bell to make a sharp, ringing sound

“The key tinged the bell as it was inserted into the lock.”

4. verb

to make something slightly off-key or out of tune

“The singer’s voice tinged slightly off-key during the performance.”

5. noun

a slight deviation or imperfection

“The ting in the singer’s voice added to the emotional impact of the song.”