klap — meaning in English

English meaning

• bang noun A sudden loud noise, such as an explosion or a hard impact.
• belt noun A strip of leather or fabric worn around the waist to hold up clothing or carry items.
• clout noun Influence or power, especially in politics or business.
• knock verb To strike something, especially a door, sharply with the knuckles or an object.
• rap noun A rhythmic style of music where lyrics are spoken quickly, usually over a beat.
• smash noun The loud sound of a violent collision or impact.
• spank verb To strike someone, usually a child, on the buttocks with an open hand as punishment.
• strike verb To hit someone or something, often forcefully.
• stroke noun A sudden loss of blood flow to part of the brain, which can cause lasting damage or death.

Senses

klap is used for these senses in English:

• bang A sudden percussive noise.
• bang A strike upon an object causing such a noise.
• bang An explosion.
• belt A powerful blow, often made with a fist or heavy object.
• clout A blow with the hand.
• knock A sharp impact.
• rap (countable) A sharp blow with something hard.
• smash The sound of a violent impact; a violent striking together.

bang — full definition

1. noun A sudden loud noise, such as an explosion or a hard impact.
2. verb To hit something hard, often producing a loud noise.
3. noun In plural, a fringe of hair cut straight across the forehead (chiefly US).

belt — full definition

1. noun A strip of leather or fabric worn around the waist to hold up clothing or carry items.
2. noun A safety strap that holds a person in place, such as in a car.
3. noun A looping band that transfers motion or power in a machine.
4. noun A region known for a particular feature, industry, or crop.
5. verb Informally, to hit hard, or to sing loudly and powerfully.

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