Meaning & Definition of word "Bang"

Bang

/bæŋ/

1. a sudden loud noise.
- Example: There was a bang when the fireworks went off.
2. a heavy blow or impact.
- Example: She felt a bang on her head after slipping.
3. a hairstyle in which the front section of hair is cut straight across the forehead.
- Example: She decided to get bangs to change her look.

1. to strike or hit something with force.
- Example: He banged the door shut in frustration.
2. to make a loud noise, typically by hitting something.
- Example: The car banged loudly against the curb.

From Middle English 'bang', possibly imitative of the sound.

bang for your buck:

Getting good value for the money you spend.

bang the drum:

To publicize or advocate for something vigorously.

bang your head against a wall:

To waste effort on a hopeless situation.

thump:

A heavy, muffled blow or sound.

slate:

To schedule or plan something.

clap:

To make a loud noise by striking the palms of your hands together.

Meaning: To have sexual intercourse (informal).

Example Sentence: Did you hear they were banging last night?

Meaning: To do something with enthusiasm or intensity.

Example Sentence: He banged out that project in record time.