make the welkin ring
The phrase 'make the welkin ring' comes from the archaic word 'welkin,' meaning sky or heavens, and is used to describe making a loud, resonant noise.
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Definition
C2General
(idiomatic)To create a loud and resonant sound that seems to fill the sky.
Example
- The crowd's cheers made the welkin ring after the team scored the winning goal.
C2Celebration
(idiomatic)To celebrate or revel loudly and joyfully.
Example
- The town made the welkin ring during the festival, with music and laughter echoing everywhere.
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