Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
whang
verb
/wæŋ/
Definition
To strike or hit something with a forceful motion.
Examples
- He whanged the door shut in frustration.
- During the game, she whanged the ball across the field.
- With a quick swing, he whanged the bat against the ball, sending it flying.
Meaning
In a colloquial sense, ‘whang’ often refers to making a loud noise by hitting or slamming an object. It can also describe the action of swinging or moving something quickly and forcefully.
Synonyms
- hit
- strike
- slam
- bang
- whack
