Click
/klɪk/
verbBeginnerVery CommonGeneral
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2 meanings1
To produce a short, sharp sound, often by pressing a button or switch.
/klɪk/
verbneutralBeginner
General
To make a short, sharp sound.
The door clicked shut.
💡 Simply: Imagine a tiny 'snap!' sound. That's a click!
👶 For kids: A quick tap sound!
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I clicked the link to the website.
How It's Used
General
"The mouse clicked when I pressed it."
2
A short, sharp sound, often made by a mechanical device.
/klɪk/
nounneutralBeginner
Technology
A short, sharp sound.
There was a click as the lock engaged.
💡 Simply: A click is like a tiny 'snap!'—a quick sound!
👶 For kids: A little tap sound!
More Examples
2
The mouse made a satisfying click.
How It's Used
Computing
"I heard a click as the program started."
Tip:Imagine the sound a camera makes when you take a picture.
Idioms & expressions
click with someone
To instantly connect with someone; to form a rapport.
"I immediately clicked with my new colleague."
Originated from imitative words representing a short, sharp sound.
The imitative use of 'click' has been present since the 17th century.
Memory tip
Think of the sound a mouse makes when you press it.
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