English dictionary
thumping
verbPronunciation
/ˈθʌmpɪŋ/
Parts of speech
Definitions
verb
- To hit (someone or something) as if to make a thump.
- To cause to make a thumping sound.
- To thud or pound.
- To throb with a muffled rhythmic sound.
noun
- A dull, heavy sound.
- A beating.
- A heavy defeat.
adjective
- Exceptional in some degree.
Example sentences
The cat thumped its tail in irritation.
Dance music thumped from the nightclub entrance.
He received a thumping from the school bully.