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Meaning of the word chime in English

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chime

US /tʃaɪm/
UK /tʃaɪm/
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Noun

1.

a bell or a set of bells, especially a carillon

Example:
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The clock struck noon with a melodious chime.
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Wind chimes hung by the window, tinkling softly in the breeze.
Synonym:
bellpealdingdongtinkle

Verb

1.

to make a ringing sound, typically a series of musical sounds, as made by a bell or bells

Example:
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The grandfather clock began to chime the hour.
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The small bells on her bracelet would chime with every movement.
Synonym:
ringpealtolldingtinkle
2.

to agree or be in harmony with

Example:
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His story didn't quite chime with the facts.
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Her views on education chime with mine.
Synonym:
accordagreeharmonizecoincidecorrespond
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