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What is another word for Rattlings?

Pronunciation: [ɹˈatlɪŋz] (IPA)

Rattlings, also known as jingles, chimes, or tinklings, refer to a series of sharp, quick, and metallic sounds produced by the shaking or clattering of small objects. Other synonyms for these sounds can include clatter, racket, noise, or din. This term can also be applied to the sound produced by rattling or shaking of a carriage, cart, or wagon. Other terms used to describe this noise can include jangle, clink, or clank. This type of noise can be heard in a variety of settings, like construction sites, factories, or even within someone's home if there are objects being knocked together or shaken.
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A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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"You have done well, Terence, and I'm proud of you," he exclaimed; "and though the war is over, I hope you'll still find means to climb up the Rattlings, as you say at sea."
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
By holding fast with my feet and following him, I managed to put them on the Rattlings underneath, and thus, though I didn't like it at all, got down on to the main rigging.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston
Just hold on with your hands and feet, and don't let the rest of your body touch the Rattlings or shrouds, and don't be letting go with one hand till you have got fast hold with the other.
"Paddy Finn"
W. H. G. Kingston

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