1. past tense of clank; made a loud, sharp metallic sound

Examples

• The chains clanked as the prisoner walked down the hall.
• The old radiator clanked loudly all night long.
• His armor clanked with every step he took.
• The gate clanked shut behind them.
• The machinery clanked to life in the factory.
• She clanked the metal spoon against the pot.