Meaning & Definition of word "Din"

Din

/dɪn/

noun:

  • 1. A loud, unpleasant noise; a clangor.
    • Example: The din from the construction site made it difficult to concentrate.
  • 2. A continued loud or tumultuous sound; noisy confusion.
    • Example: The din of the crowd at the concert was exhilarating.
  • 3. A situation or condition in which there is a lot of noise, especially from many sources.
    • Example: She could hardly hear herself think over the din of the party.

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English 'dyn' meaning noise or tumult.

Common Phrases and Expressions

make a din:

To create a loud noise.

in the din:

In the midst of a loud noise.

Related Words

clang:

A loud ringing sound.

babel:

A confusing mixture of sounds.

Slang Meanings of din

Meaning: A chaotic or noisy situation.

Example Sentence: The party turned into such a din, we could hardly hear each other.