ching

ching

An imitation of the sound that an antique cash register would make, often used when discussing financial matters or transactions, especially some form of profit. We've posted some excellent sales numbers this holiday season—ching! A: "Dude, we could sell this stuff for, like, three times as much on the open market." B: "Ching!" Grandma gave you $100 for your birthday? Whoa, ching

See also: che

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Ching!

and Ka-ching!

exclam. the sound of a cash register, said to indicate money or imply a financial motive or success. Just got another big order. Ka-ching! Tell, me what’s important, dude. Ching! Right?

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