hwæŋ

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden loud noise, typically caused by something hitting something else, or a loud, ringing sound

“The whang of the hammer against the anvil startled the nearby workers.”

2. verb

to make a loud, ringing sound, typically by hitting something with a hammer or a string

“She whanged the metal pipe with a hammer to make it vibrate.”

3. interjection

an expression of surprise or shock, often in response to a sudden loud noise

“Whang! I almost dropped my cup.”

4. verb

to fall or come down suddenly, typically with a loud noise

“The rope whanged down, causing a loud clatter on the stone floor.”