ticking

/ˈtɪkɪŋ/
/ˈtɪkɪŋ/
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Other forms: tickings

Definitions of ticking
  1. noun
    a metallic tapping sound
    synonyms: tick
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    types:
    ticktock, tictac, tocktact
    steady recurrent ticking sound as made by a clock
    type of:
    sound
    the sudden occurrence of an audible event
  2. noun
    a strong fabric used for mattress and pillow covers
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    type of:
    cloth, fabric, material, textile
    artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers
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