Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [jang-guh l]
- /ˈdʒæŋ gəl/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [jang-guh l]
- /ˈdʒæŋ gəl/
Definitions of jangler word
- verb without object jangler to produce a harsh, discordant sound, as two comparatively small, thin, or hollow pieces of metal hitting together: The charms on her bracelet jangle as she moves. 1
- verb without object jangler to speak angrily; wrangle. 1
- verb with object jangler to cause to make a harsh, discordant, usually metallic sound: He jangled the pots and pans. 1
- verb with object jangler to cause to become irritated or upset: The loud noise of the motors jangled his nerves. 1
- noun jangler a harsh or discordant sound. 1
- noun jangler an argument, dispute, or quarrel. 1
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Origin of jangler
First appearance:
before 1250 One of the 11% oldest English words
1250-1300; Middle English janglen < Old French jangler < Germanic; compare Middle Dutch jangelen to haggle, whine
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Parts of speech for Jangler
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
jangler popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 80% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
jangler usage trend in Literature
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