thumper

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Definitions of thumper word

noun thumper a blow with something thick and heavy, producing a dull sound; a heavy knock. 1
noun thumper the sound made by or as if by such a blow. 1
verb with object thumper to strike or beat with something thick and heavy, so as to produce a dull sound; pound. 1
verb with object thumper (of an object) to strike against (something) heavily and noisily. 1
verb with object thumper Informal. to thrash severely. 1
verb without object thumper to strike, beat, or fall heavily, with a dull sound. 1

before 1530

One of the 29% oldest English words

First recorded in 1530-40; imitative

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 85% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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