Meaning of the word jingle in English

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jingle

US /ˈdʒɪŋ.ɡəl/

UK /ˈdʒɪŋ.ɡəl/

a light ringing sound, as of small bells or keys

Example:

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I heard the jingle of keys in the hallway.

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The sleigh bells made a cheerful jingle.

Synonym:

clink chime tinkle rattle

a short, easily remembered slogan, verse, or tune used in advertising or for identification

Example:

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The company created a catchy jingle for their new product.

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That old commercial jingle still gets stuck in my head.

Synonym:

slogan tune melody catchphrase

to make a light ringing sound

Example:

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The coins jingled in his pocket as he walked.

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Her bracelets jingled softly with every movement.

Synonym:

clink chime tinkle rattle

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