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Definition of jingle

jingle

/ˈdʒɪŋ.ɡəl/
jin · gle
Plural:jingles
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Adjective:jingly
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Past Simple:jingled
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Past Participle:jingled
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Present Participle:jingling
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jingle Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A short, easily remembered slogan, verse, or tune, especially one broadcast in radio or television commercials.

Example

"The advertising agency composed a catchy jingle that had customers humming the brand name all week."

2

A light, ringing sound such as that made by small metallic objects striking together.

Example

"The dog's approach was announced by the familiar jingle of the tags on his collar."

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• verb

1

To make or cause to make a light, metallic ringing sound.

Example

"He nervously jingled the loose coins in his coat pocket while waiting for the train."

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• Rhymes for jingle

• Nearby Words

jimmy
jimsonweed
jinan
jingle
jingly
jinn
jinni

Word Origin & Etymology

Originating in late 14th-century Middle English as 'gingelen', the word is of imitative origin, coined to mimic the light, high-pitched ringing of small pieces of metal striking together.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Jingle. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/jingle
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