bong
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Sense 1
Meaning · English
The clang of a large bell.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
The sound of a bong echoed across the courtyard, signaling the hour.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Doorbell chimes.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bong” mean?
The clang of a large bell.
Is “bong” formal or informal?
bong is generally slang.