Knock

/nɒk/

The meaning and definition of Knock, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

An abrupt rapping sound, as from an impact of a hard object against wood.
“I heard a knock on my door.”
A sharp impact.
“He took a knock on the head.”

verb

To criticize verbally; to denigrate; to undervalue.
“Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it.”
To rap one's knuckles against something, especially wood.
“Knock on the door and find out if they’re home.”

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