1. to make or cause to make a harsh, discordant ringing sound
2. to irritate or upset someone’s nerves

1. a harsh, discordant ringing sound

Examples

• The keys jangle in his pocket as he walks.
• Her bracelets jangle whenever she moves her arm.
• The constant noise jangles my nerves.
• The alarm clock jangles loudly every morning.
• The jangle of coins could be heard from across the room.
• That music jangles rather than soothes.
• The wind chimes create a pleasant jangle in the breeze.