thunderclap
Translation
thunderclap, clap of thunder
Examples
A loud thunderclap woke me up.
A loud thunderclap woke me up.
Her announcement came like a thunderclap.
Her announcement came like a thunderclap.
Grammar Patterns
a thunderclap ((as a noun)) a loud crash of thunder A sudden thunderclap scared the dog.
Similar Words
Synonyms: peal of thunder, crash of thunder, boom
Etymology
From 'thunder' + 'clap' (a sharp, loud noise). It refers to the loud noise of thunder.
Memory Tips
Think of the sky 'clapping' its hands to make the loud sound of thunder.