/ ˈdʒɪŋgl; NAmE / noun , verb
■ noun
1.
[ sing. ] a sound like small bells ringing that is made when metal objects are shaken together :
the jingle of coins in his pocket
2.
[ C ] a short song or tune that is easy to remember and is used in advertising on radio or television
■ verb
to make a pleasant gentle sound like small bells ringing; to make sth do this :
[ v ]
The chimes jingled in the breeze.
[ vn ]
She jingled the coins in her pocket.
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WORD ORIGIN
late Middle English : imitative.