thump meaning and definition

THUMP noun

Definition of thump (noun)

1. a heavy dull sound (as made by impact of heavy objects)
   • synonyms: clump, clunk, thud, thumping
2. a heavy blow with the hand

THUMP verb

Definition of thump (verb)

1. move rhythmically
   • "Her heart was beating fast"
   • synonyms: beat, pound
2. make a dull sound
   • "the knocker thudded against the front door"
   • synonyms: thud
3. hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument
   • "the salesman pounded the door knocker"; "a bible-thumping Southern Baptist"
   • synonyms: poke, pound