Definitions

1. verb

to strike or hit something, especially in a sharp or sudden way

“The drummer began to percuss the cymbals to signal the start of the concert.”

2. verb

to make a loud, sharp sound

“The wind started to percuss the trees, making a loud creaking noise.”

3. verb

to strike or come into contact with something

“The asteroid will percuss the Earth’s atmosphere, causing a massive explosion.”

4. noun

a sudden striking or hitting of something

“The percuss of the explosion made it hard to hear the screams of the people.”