Definition of Gong

1. Noun. A percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick.

Exact synonyms: Tam-tam
Generic synonyms: Percussion Instrument, Percussive Instrument

2. Verb. Sound a gong.
Generic synonyms: Sound

3. Noun. A percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument.
Exact synonyms: Bell, Chime
Specialized synonyms: Carillon, Handbell
Generic synonyms: Percussion Instrument, Percussive Instrument
Derivative terms: Chime

Definition of Gong

1. n. A privy or jakes.

2. n. An instrument, first used in the East, made of an alloy of copper and tin, shaped like a disk with upturned rim, and producing, when struck, a harsh and resounding noise.

Definition of Gong

1. Noun. A percussion instrument consisting of a metal disk that emits a sonorous sound when struck with a soft hammer. ¹

2. Noun. (British) (informal) A medal or award. ¹

3. Verb. To make the sound of a gong; to ring a gong. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Gong

1. to make the sound of a gong (a disk-shaped percussion instrument) [v -ED, -ING, -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Gong

gone with the wind
gonef
gonefs
goneness
gonenesses
goner
goners
gonfalon
gonfalonier
gonfaloniers
gonfalons
gonfanon
gonfanons
gong (current term)
gong buoy
gong show
gonged
gongfu
gonging
gonglike
gongoozle
gongoozled
gongoozler
gongoozlers
gongoozles
gongoozling
gongoristic
gongs

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