ring the changes

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make patterned sound sequences on bells, starting and ending on the same tone.
  2. To run through all possible variations.
  3. To enliven by varying combinations.
  4. To pass counterfeit money.
  5. To trick a shopkeeper into giving too much change.
  6. To take advantage of a change in order to make money.

Pronunciation

En-au-ring the changes.ogg

Word forms

ring the changes rings the changes ringing the changes rang the changes rung the changes

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