clunk

noun, verb — 4 senses

clunk

noun

/klʌŋk/

Etymology Onomatopoeic

1

A dull, metallic sound, especially one made by two bodies coming into contact.

2

Dated The sound of liquid coming out of a bottle, etc.; a glucking sound.

3

Derogatory, Offensive dull; foolish; stupid or silly person.

Derived terms
clunky

clunk

verb

Etymology Onomatopoeic

1

To make such a sound.

  • Her old bicycle was clunking along the road.
Derived terms
clunker

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