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Vocabulary Entry
ping
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A short, sharp sound, often associated with a signal or alert.
Example Sentences
"I heard a ping from my phone, indicating a new message."
"The alarm made a loud ping when the timer went off."
"He noticed a ping in the distance, signaling the arrival of the train."
V
verb
To send a signal or message, especially in computer networking or communication; to check the availability or responsiveness of a service.
Example Sentences
"The technician will ping the server to test its connectivity."
"She decided to ping her friend to see if they were available for dinner."
"He pinged the team members to remind them about the meeting."