jangling

Definitions of jangling
  1. adjective
    like the discordant ringing of nonmusical metallic objects striking together
    “cowboys with jangling spurs”
    synonyms: jangly
    cacophonic, cacophonous
    having an unpleasant sound
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
  • MLA
  • APA
  • Chicago

Copy citation
DISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘jangling'. Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors. Send us feedback
Word Family