Re: Ring
true
Posted by kitty
on March 27, 2003 In Reply to: Re: Ring true
posted by EE on March 27, 2003
: : : What is the meaning of "ring
true"? Thanks.
: : I'm pretty sure this relates to church bells. A well cast
bell will sound the correct note - it will 'ring true'. If there's a defect in
the bell, then the intended note will be false. By ananolgy those things which
'ring true' are considered correct.
: "Ring true" is in fact the motto of a
college that I know. What does it mean in this context then? How would you define/explain
the word "ring" here? Thanks.
I would assume this was calling upon the students/alumni
to strive for excellence and not exhibit any faults - figuratively speaking, to
be like that perfect bell which "rings true," leaving a good, inspiring impression
on their "audience"... ?
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