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clonk.

The abrupt sound of two hard objects coming into contact.

5 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/klɒŋk/UK
  1. The abrupt sound of two hard objects coming into contact.

  2. A stick-like tool used to strike the surface of the water and produce a sound that causes nearby fish to attack the bait.

Where this word comes from

Imitative. Compare clink, clank, clunk.

verb/klɒŋk/UK
  1. To make such a sound.

  2. To wallop, clobber.

    informal
Where this word comes from

Imitative. Compare clink, clank, clunk.

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Last enriched 2026-09-10. Definitions are in English. Romanizations are shown when supplied by the source; syllable estimates are omitted for unsupported scripts.