A large metal percussion disk that resonates when struck.

• Often hung and played with a padded mallet.

Informal, chiefly British: a medal or official honor.

• Especially a state award.

A metal target that rings audibly when struck.

• Used in shooting or training.

To sound like a gong; to emit a resonant clang.

To signal or warn by striking a gong or similar device.

To stop a performer by striking a gong, as in a contest.

British informal: to award a medal or official honor to.