knock

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NGSL Rank: 1811
knock
nɒk Listen
Meanings
verb
  • strike a surface noisily to attract attention, especially when waiting to be let in through a door.
    E.g. he strolled over and knocked on a door marked Enquiries
  • collide with (someone or something), giving them a hard blow.
    E.g. he deliberately ran against her, knocking her shoulder
  • talk disparagingly about; criticize.
  • approach (a specified age).
    E.g. he's younger than his brother—knocking seventy
noun
  • a sudden short sound caused by a blow, especially on a door to attract attention or gain entry.
  • a blow or collision.
    E.g. the casing is tough enough to withstand knocks
  • an innings, especially of an individual batsman.
    E.g. a splendid knock of 117 against Somerset

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