What does WHOMP mean?

Whomp

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To strike heavily or forcefully.

Pronunciation (US): /wɑmp/

Pronunciation (UK): /wɒmp/

Origin and Usage: The word "whomp" is believed to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century as a slang term for hitting or striking someone or something heavily. It is commonly used in informal contexts and is often associated with physical violence or aggression. The word has also been used in popular culture, particularly in comic books and cartoons, to depict the sound of a heavy impact or blow.

Synonyms: Hit, strike, smack, thump, punch.

Related Words: Clamp, cramp, clump, trump, stomp.

Example Sentences:

• He whomped the ball out of the park.
• The boxer whomped his opponent with a powerful right hook.
• The thunderstorm whomped the city with heavy rain and strong winds.