thud meaning and definition

THUD noun

Definition of thud (noun)

1. a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects)
   • synonyms: clump, clunk, thump, thumping

THUD verb

Definition of thud (verb)

1. make a dull sound
   • "the knocker thudded against the front door"
   • synonyms: thump
2. strike with a dull sound
   • "Bullets were thudding against the wall"
3. make a noise typical of an engine lacking lubricants
   • synonyms: crump, scrunch