clunk
Pronunciations (2)
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/klʌŋk/
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klʌŋk
Noun
A dull, metallic sound, especially one made by two bodies coming into contact.
The sound of liquid coming out of a bottle, etc.; a glucking sound.
Usage- Dated
dull; foolish; stupid or silly person.
Usage- Derogatory
- Offensive
Verb
To make such a sound.
- Examples
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Her old bicycle was clunking along the road.
Noun
a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects)
- Broader terms
Verb
make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the ground
Word forms
clunksclunksclunkingclunkedclunked