Meaning & Definition of word "Knocking"
Knocking
/ˈnɒk.ɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. a sound made by striking a surface.
- Example: The knocking continued for several minutes before it stopped.
- 2. a typical sound made by knocking on a door.
- Example: There was a soft knocking coming from the other side of the wall.
verb:
- 1. the act of striking something to make a noise, especially at a door.
- Example: She heard a knocking at the door and rushed to answer it.
- 2. to hit something with a forceful contact.
- Example: He was knocking on the table to get everyone's attention.
Etymology
●Middle English 'knokking', from the verb 'knocken', which is of Germanic origin.
Common Phrases and Expressions
knocking on heaven's door:
To be close to death or to be in a desperate situation.
knock someone's socks off:
To amaze or impress someone greatly.
a knock at the door:
An unexpected visitor or situation.
Related Words
knock:
The action of hitting a surface to make a sound.
knocker:
A device used for knocking on a door.
knockdown:
A blow that causes someone to fall.
Slang Meanings of knocking
Meaning: To have a good time or party.
● Example Sentence: We went to a friend's house and just started knocking.
Meaning: To engage in physical fighting.
● Example Sentence: Those guys were out back knocking after the game.