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Parts of Speech:
Noun, Verb
Definitions:
- Noun: a dull, heavy sound made by something falling or hitting a surface.
- Verb: make a dull, heavy sound when striking a surface or when something strikes it.
Pronunciations:
Origin and Usage:
The word "thuds" is believed to have originated from the Middle English word "thudden" which means to strike with a loud noise. It is commonly used to describe the sound made by heavy objects falling or hitting a surface. It can also be used as a verb to describe the act of making such a sound.
Synonyms:
- Boom
- Bang
- Clang
- Crash
- Smack
Related Words:
- Crash
- Smack
- Clang
- Bumps
- Slams
Example Sentences:
- The book fell off the shelf with a loud thud.
- The boxer punched the bag, making it thud against the wall.
- The heavy raindrops thudded against the windowpane.