Meaning of the word tock in English
What does tock mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
tock
US /tɑk/
UK /tɒk/
Noun
the short, sharp sound made by a clock or watch
Example:
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The old grandfather clock made a steady 'tick-tock' sound.
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I could hear the faint tock of her wristwatch.
Verb
to make a short, sharp sound like that of a clock
Example:
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The clock began to tock loudly as midnight approached.
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The old machine would tock and whir as it processed the data.