noun

clunk

kluhngk

Clunk (noun) means a dull, heavy sound, as of two solid objects knocking together. Example: “The car door shut with a loud clunk.”

noun

A dull, heavy sound, as of two solid objects knocking together.

"The car door shut with a loud clunk."

verb

To make this kind of dull thudding sound.

"Something clunked in the engine every time she turned the key."

How to use clunk

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA heavy dull thud, or the act of making that sound.

Common pairings

clunk shut a metallic clunk

Word forms

clunked past tense, clunks plural, clunks singular

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Etymology

An imitative word — it simply sounds like the noise it describes.

Synonyms

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thumping thud clop thump clump plunk

Related words

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Rhymes for clunk

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Frequently asked questions

What does “clunk” mean?

The word “clunk” means a dull, heavy sound, as of two solid objects knocking together. In plain terms, a heavy dull thud, or the act of making that sound.

How do you pronounce “clunk”?

“Clunk” is pronounced kluhngk (/klʌŋk/ in IPA).

How do you use “clunk” in a sentence?

Here is “clunk” used in a sentence: “The car door shut with a loud clunk.”

What part of speech is “clunk”?

Depending on how it is used, “clunk” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “clunk” have?

“Clunk” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a dull, heavy sound, as of two solid objects knocking together.

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