Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

dunt

noun
/dʌnt/
Definition
A dull thud or sound; a heavy blow or impact.
Examples
  • The dunt of the ball hitting the ground was heard from across the field.
  • As the hiker slipped, he felt the dunt of his backpack against his back.
Meaning
The term ‘dunt’ often refers to a sound made when something heavy strikes another object, creating a muted thumping noise.
Synonyms
  • thud
  • bang
  • blow
  • impact