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 chime chime /ˈtʃaɪm/

noun

  1. A percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument  ( bell , chime , gong )
    a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument
     The gong created a dramatic sound in the orchestra
    The gong created a dramatic sound in the orchestra

verb

  1. Emit a sound  ( chime )
    emit a sound
     Bells and gongs chimed
    bells and gongs chimed