(~s, tinkling, ~d)
1.
If something ~s, it makes a clear, high-pitched, ringing noise, especially as small parts of it strike a surface.
A fresh cascade of splintered glass ~d to the floor...
We strolled past tinkling fountains and perfumed gardens.
VERB: V prep/adv, V-ing, also V
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Tinkle is also a noun.
...a ~ of broken glass.
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2.
If a bell ~s or if you ~ it, it makes a quiet ringing noise as you shake it.
An old-fashioned bell ~d as he pushed open the door...
Miss Peel ~d her desk bell and they all sat down again.
VERB: V, V n
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Tinkle is also a noun.
...the ~ of goat bells.
N-COUNT: usu sing