1. n.1 an unintended crack that admits light or allows an attack.
2 a narrow opening; a slit.
Etymology: 16th c.: rel. to CHINE(2) 2. v. & n.
--v.
1. intr. make a slight ringing sound, as of glasses or coins striking together.
2 tr. cause to make this sound.
--n. this sound.
Etymology: imit.