Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rolling-thunder

Noun
/ˈroʊlɪŋ ˈθʌndər/
Definition
A deep, resonant sound that rolls and rumbles, typically associated with thunder or similar loud noises.
Examples
  • The rolling thunder echoed across the valley, warning everyone of the approaching storm.
  • As we sat by the campfire, the rolling thunder in the distance added to the atmosphere of the night.
Meaning
Rolling thunder refers to the sound produced during a thunderstorm, where the sound reverberates in the atmosphere, creating a prolonged rumbling effect.
Synonyms
  • rumbling
  • roar
  • reverberation
  • growl