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单词 thunderclap
释义

thunderclap

noun

thun·​der·​clap ˈthən-dər-ˌklap How to pronounce thunderclap (audio)
1
: a clap of thunder
2
: something sharp, loud, or sudden like a clap of thunder

Synonyms

  • bang
  • blast
  • boom
  • clap
  • crack
  • crash
  • pop
  • report
  • slam
  • smash
  • snap
  • thwack
  • whack
  • whomp
  • whump
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Example Sentences

I was awakened by a thunderclap. awakened by the thunderclap of a large branch falling on the roof
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

thunderclap

noun

as in clap
a loud explosive sound awakened by the thunderclap of a large branch falling on the roof

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • clap
  • bang
  • boom
  • blast
  • roar
  • pop
  • whump
  • thwack
  • slam
  • crash
  • whomp
  • whack
  • knock
  • crack
  • smash
  • thunk
  • tap
  • report
  • snap
  • howl
  • wham
  • clash
  • clang
  • outcry
  • clangor
  • clank
  • clamor
  • uproar
  • blare
  • tumult
  • hullabaloo
  • hubbub
  • rap
  • hue and cry
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