Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ticktack
noun
/ˈtɪk.tæk/
Definition
A repeated ticking sound, often associated with clocks or timepieces, indicating the passage of time.
Examples
- The ticktack of the grandfather clock filled the silence of the room.
- She listened to the soft ticktack of the timer counting down the seconds.
- The ticktack echoed in the quiet library, reminding everyone of the late hour.
Meaning
The term ‘ticktack’ refers to the audible sound produced by the mechanisms of clocks or certain toys, suggesting the consistent and rhythmic nature of time.
Synonyms
- ticking
- tock
- beat
