Ping Definition & Meaning
ping
- noun
- a river in western Thailand; a major tributary of the Chao Phraya
- a sharp high-pitched resonant sound (as of a sonar echo or a bullet striking metal)
- verb
- hit with a pinging noise; "The bugs pinged the lamp shade"
- sound like a car engine that is firing too early; "the car pinged when I put in low-octane gasoline"; "The car pinked when the ignition was too far retarded"
- make a short high-pitched sound; "the bullet pinged when they struck the car"
- contact, usually in order to remind of something; "I'll ping my accountant--April 15 is nearing"
- send a message from one computer to another to check whether it is reachable and active; "ping your machine in the office"
"Ping" in song lyrics
See how ping is used in real songs:
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"Boom ping ping"
Bishop Lamont — Rappers Wanna Sing -
"With the BOOM, PING, PING!"
Da Lench Mob — Guerillas in Tha Mist -
"Shells ricochet up your body, ping ping"
MC Eiht — Automatic
Words that rhyme with ping
Usage tips for "ping"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "ping" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for ping to find words that pair well.