clicking
/ˈklɪkɪŋ/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: clickings
Meaning · English
The sound or action of a click.
Noun
Examples
Thus one pair of dolphins talking can sound like two pairs of dolphins talking, one pair exchanging clickings, the other pair exchanging whistles.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “clicking” mean?
The sound or action of a click.
Is “clicking” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.