Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

crack-of-thunder

Noun

/ˌkrak əv ˈθʌndər/

Definition

A sudden and loud sound resembling that of a thunderclap.

Examples

The crack-of-thunder startled everyone at the picnic, making them seek shelter.
As the storm rolled in, the crack-of-thunder echoed through the valley.
She loves the sound of a crack-of-thunder because it reminds her of summer storms.

Meaning

The term ‘crack-of-thunder’ refers to a sharp, booming noise that often signals the presence of a thunderstorm or indicates a sudden release of energy in a loud burst.