knock

Definition

  • n. the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)
  • n. negative criticism
  • n. a vigorous blow
  • n. a bad experience

Word forms

Past tense
knocked
Past participle
knocked
Present participle
knocking
Third person singular
knocks

Example sentences

  1. n.

    I heard a loud knock on the door.

  2. v.

    He decided to knock on the table to get everyone's attention.