clicking
Translation
clicking, a clicking sound
Examples
I heard a strange clicking noise from the engine.
I heard a strange clicking noise from the engine.
The constant clicking of the keyboard was annoying.
The constant clicking of the keyboard was annoying.
Grammar Patterns
the clicking of (sth.) the sound made by (sth.) The clicking of her heels echoed in the hall.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tapping, ticking
Etymology
From the verb 'to click', which is onomatopoeic. The '-ing' suffix forms a noun representing the action or sound.
Memory Tips
Think of the continuous sound made by many clicks, like rain tapping on a window or someone typing fast.