English Explanatory Dictionary

thunderclap

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A sudden, loud thunder caused by a nearby lightning strike; a shock of thunder, as opposed to a reverberating rumble.
  2. A very loud fart.
  3. Something that makes a big, dramatic impact.
  4. Synonym of thunder word.
verb
  1. To produce a loud burst of sound like a thunderclap.

Pronunciation

/ˈθʌndɚˌklæp/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Flame, not lame-thunderclap.wav

Word forms

thunderclap thunderclaps thunderclapping thunderclapped

Etymology

From thunder + clap.

Synonyms

thunderbolt thunder word

Related words

thunderbolt thunderous rounce robble hobble rumble

Derived words

thunderclap headache
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