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