English dictionary
click
nounAudio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- depression of a button on a computer mouse
noun
- a hinged catch that fits into a notch of a ratchet to move a wheel forward or prevent it from moving backward
noun
- a stop consonant made by the suction of air into the mouth (as in Bantu)
noun
- a short light metallic sound
verb
- become clear or enter one's consciousness or emotions
verb
- make a clucking sounds, characteristic of hens
verb
- produce a click
verb
- cause to make a snapping sound
verb
- move or strike with a noise
verb
- make a clicking or ticking sound
verb
- click repeatedly or uncontrollably
Example sentences
a click on the right button for example
It dawned on him that she had betrayed him
she was penetrated with sorrow
Xhosa speakers click
snap your fingers
he clicked on the light
his arm was snapped forward
The clock ticked away
Chattering teeth