English Dictionary

ring the changes

verb

To make patterned sound sequences on bells, starting and ending on the same tone. / To run through all possible variations. / (slang, UK, 19th century and earlier) To pass counterfeit money.

They ring the changes on the church bells every Sunday.

意味（1）

To make patterned sound sequences on bells, starting and ending on the same tone.

意味（2）

To run through all possible variations.

意味（3）

(slang, UK, 19th century and earlier) To pass counterfeit money.

意味（4）

(UK) To enliven by varying combinations.

意味（5）

(slang, dated) To trick a shopman into giving too much change.