Rattling and Tinkling

Rattling

Rattling noun - A rapid series of short loud sounds (as might be heard with a stethoscope in some types of respiratory disorders).

Tinkling and rattling are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tinkling" instead a noun "Rattling".

Nearby Words: rattle, rattled, rattler

Tinkling

Tinkling adjective - Like the short high ringing sound of a small bell.
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Rattling and tinkling are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Rattling" instead a noun "Tinkling".

Nearby Words: tinkle, tinkled
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