The word “dong” can have several meanings in English:
1. **Onomatopoeia**: It often represents the sound of a bell or similar ringing noise.
2. **Slang**: Informally, it can refer to the male genitalia.
3. **Cultural Reference**: In some contexts, “dong” can refer to a unit of currency in Vietnam, known as the Vietnamese dong (VND).
The specific meaning usually depends on the context in which it is used.