plonk

/plɒŋk/

Definitions

1. verb

to make a dull thudding sound, typically when liquid is poured or a fish is caught

“The wine expert plonked the cork into the bottle with a satisfying plonk.”

2. noun

the sound made by liquid being poured or a fish being caught

“The plonk of the water hitting the pool was music to her ears.”

3. noun

a fish that has been caught and is being carried home

“He carefully picked up the plonk and put it into the bucket.”

4. noun

a clumsy or awkward person

“He was a bit of a plonk, always tripping over his own feet.”

Synonyms

  • splash
  • splashdown
  • thud

Antonyms

  • gentle
  • silence