thunderclap

Meanings

• Noun

  A loud, explosive sound caused by the sudden release of gas or the striking of two objects, such as thunder in a storm.

  - "The thunderclap was so loud that it shook the windows."
  - "After the fireworks display, there was a deafening thunderclap."
  - "The thunderclap woke us up in the middle of the night."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with thunderclap
clap , hap , lap , rap

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Variants

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thunderclap , thunderclaps

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Etymology

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From Old English thunorclap, from thunor (thunder) + clapan (to clap).

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Trivia

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1. Thunderclaps can be measured in decibels, with an average thunderclap reaching around 120 decibels.

2. Thunderclaps can be heard up to 20 miles away from the storm.

3. The loudest thunderclap on record occurred in Chile in 1922, reaching an estimated 194 decibels.

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Related Concepts

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1. Thunderstorm: A storm characterized by the presence of thunder and its acoustic effect on the Earth's atmosphere, known as thunder.

2. Lightning: An electric discharge that occurs when there is a buildup of electrical energy in the atmosphere. Lightning often accompanies thunderstorms.

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Culture

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Thunderclaps have been a part of various cultural expressions throughout history. In Chinese culture, the sound of thunder is believed to bring good luck and fortune. In Hindu mythology, Indra, the god of thunder, is often depicted wielding a thunderbolt. In literature, the sound of thunder is often used to create suspense and build tension in a story.

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   - Imagine a lightning bolt striking the ground and creating a loud, explosive sound.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'thunderclap' with the sound of thunder or a loud explosion.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Think of the word 'clap' as a reminder of the explosive sound.

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