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gongs

The correct spelling is gongs.

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noun

Say it like: Gon-gs

The correct spelling is gongs. A percussion instrument consisting of a metal disk that emits a sonorous sound when struck with a soft hammer.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A percussion instrument consisting of a metal disk that emits a sonorous sound when struck with a soft hammer.
  2. 2.A medal or award, particularly Knight Bachelor.
  3. 3.An outhouse: an outbuilding used as a lavatory.
  4. 4.The contents of an outhouse pit: shit.

verb

  1. 1.To make the sound of a gong; to ring a gong.
  2. 2.To send a signal to, using a gong or similar device.
  3. 3.To give an award or medal to.

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