Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
clanger
noun
/ˈklæŋər/
Definition
A clanger is a loud, jarring noise or an embarrassing mistake.
Examples
- When he mispronounced her name, it was a real clanger.
- The pot fell off the stove with a loud clanger.
Meaning
The term often refers to a significant blunder or faux pas, as well as an actual noise, often associated with a clanging sound.
Synonyms
- blunder
- mistake
- clang
- fumble
- error
