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English noun: gong

1. gong (artifact) a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick


Synonymstam-tam


Broader (hypernym)percussion instrument, percussive instrument

2. gong (artifact) a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument


Synonymsbell, chime


Broader (hypernym)percussion instrument, percussive instrument


Narrower (hyponym)carillon, handbell


English verb: gong

1. gong (perception) sound a gong


Pattern of useSomebody ----s something


Broader (hypernym)sound









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