Jingle
/ˈdʒɪŋ.ɡəl/noun
To make a light ringing sound, or a short, catchy tune or slogan.
Did you know?English jingle is an imitative word, and its oldest uses were for repeated metallic clattering or tinkling sounds before it was ever used for songs or ads.
Etymological Timeline
Late Middle English
English
jinglen
“To make a repeated ringing or clattering sound.”
Late Middle English
English
jingle
“A repeated light ringing or tinkling noise.”
Early Modern English
English
jingle
“To ring or clatter lightly and repeatedly.”
19th Century
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jingle
“A catchy rhyme, tune, or advertising slogan with a ringing rhythm.”
Modern English
English
jingle
“A light ringing sound or a short, memorable tune or slogan.”