transitive. To cause (something) to emit a sharp, high-pitched ringing sound, as of metal or glass objects striking together; to tinkle, ring (a…

transitive. To cause (a small bell, a glass, etc.) to emit a thin, clear, usually high-pitched ringing sound.

transitive. Chiefly of a person: to cause (something) to make a series of short light ringing sounds, esp. by striking or playing a bell, musical…

transitive. To cause (a bell, cymbal, etc.) to make a continued light ringing sound. Also more generally: to ring (a bell). Formerly also with †out.