Meaning & Definition of word "Thump"

Thump

/θʌmp/

noun:

  • 1. a heavy dull sound, as of something hitting the ground
    • Example: There was a thump as the box fell off the shelf.
  • 2. a sudden blow or impact
    • Example: I felt a thump in my chest after the sudden scare.

verb:

  • 1. to strike or hit heavily, producing a sound
    • Example: He thumped his fist on the table to get everyone's attention.
  • 2. to move with a heavy or thudding sound
    • Example: The elephant thumped down the path, shaking the ground.

Etymology

Middle English 'thumpen', of imitative origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

thump one's chest:

To boast about one's achievements.

give a thump:

To strike something forcefully.

thump along:

To walk or move heavily.

Related Words

thumping:

A heavy, dull sound or blow.

thumper:

A person or thing that thumps.

Slang Meanings of thump

Meaning: To impress or excite.

Example Sentence: That new song really thumps!

Meaning: To shoot or hit hard.

Example Sentence: He thumped that ball over the fence.