thunderclap
Thunderclap (noun) means a single sudden loud crash of thunder from a nearby lightning strike, rather than a long rumble. Example: “A thunderclap right overhead made everyone jump.”
How to use thunderclap
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA sudden crash of thunder, or figuratively any sudden dramatic shock.
Word forms
thunderclapped past tense, thunderclaps plural, thunderclaps singular
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A _____ right overhead made everyone jump.
Etymology
From thunder + clap.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “thunderclap” mean?
The word “thunderclap” means a single sudden loud crash of thunder from a nearby lightning strike, rather than a long rumble. In plain terms, a sudden crash of thunder, or figuratively any sudden dramatic shock.
How do you pronounce “thunderclap”?
“Thunderclap” is pronounced THUHND-klap (/ˈθʌndɚˌklæp/ in IPA).
How do you use “thunderclap” in a sentence?
Here is “thunderclap” used in a sentence: “A thunderclap right overhead made everyone jump.”
What part of speech is “thunderclap”?
“Thunderclap” is a noun.
How many meanings does “thunderclap” have?
“Thunderclap” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a single sudden loud crash of thunder from a nearby lightning strike, rather than a long rumble.