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KNOCK

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 11 meanings of the word Knock.

How to pronounce knock:

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Knock - as a noun

The sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)

Example: "The knocking grew louder"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
knocking19

Negative criticism

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
roast5

A vigorous blow

Example: "The sudden knock floored him"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bash9belt6smash10

A bad experience

Example: "The school of hard knocks"

The act of hitting vigorously

Example: "He gave the table a whack"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
belt6rap5whack17whang12

Knock - as a verb

Deliver a sharp blow or push

Example: "He knocked the glass clear across the room"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
strike hard

Rap with the knuckles

Example: "Knock on the door"

Knock against with force or violence

Example: "My car bumped into the tree"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bump10

Make light, repeated taps on a surface

Example: "He was tapping his fingers on the table impatiently"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pink10rap5tap5

Sound like a car engine that is firing too early

Example: "The car pinged when i put in low-octane gasoline"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
ping7pink10

Example Sentences

"She knocked on the door and waited for a response."
"He knocked on the table to get everyone's attention."
"The wind knocked down the tree."
"I accidentally knocked over my drink."
"They knocked off work early and went to the movies."
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Word Game Points

Is KNOCK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, knock is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

KNOCK has a SCRABBLE points total of 15.

Is KNOCK a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, knock is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
KNOCK has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is KNOCK a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, knock is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
KNOCK has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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