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gong vs sound

sound vs gong

gong and sound both are nouns.

gong is not an adjective while sound is an adjective.

gong and sound both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gong Yes No Yes No
sound Yes Yes Yes No
As verbs, sound is a hypernym of gong; that is, sound is a word with a broader meaning than gong:
  • gong: sound a gong
  • sound: cause to sound
gong (noun) sound (noun)
a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
a percussion instrument consisting of a set of tuned bells that are struck with a hammer; used as an orchestral instrument the subjective sensation of hearing something
the audible part of a transmitted signal
(phonetics) an individual sound unit of speech without concern as to whether or not it is a phoneme of some language
the sudden occurrence of an audible event
a large ocean inlet or deep bay
a narrow channel of the sea joining two larger bodies of water
mechanical vibrations transmitted by an elastic medium
gong (adjective) sound (adjective)
financially secure and safe
in good condition; free from defect or damage or decay
complete; thorough
(of sleep) deep and complete
in excellent physical condition
exercising or showing good judgment
free from moral defect
vigorous or severe
having legal efficacy or force
logically valid
gong (verb) sound (verb)
sound a gong measure the depth of (a body of water) with a sounding line
utter with vibrating vocal chords
make a certain noise or sound
cause to sound
announce by means of a sound
give off a certain sound or sounds
appear in a certain way
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