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plunk

/plʌŋk/

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noun

The dull thud of something landing on a surface.

Examples :

"The plunk of the book hitting the desk startled the student. "

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noun

A large sum of money.

Examples :

"The inheritance was a substantial plunk, enough to pay for college. "

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noun

Examples :

"I only had a plunk for lunch, so I couldn't buy dessert. "

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verb

To drop or throw something heavily onto or into something else, so that it makes a dull sound.

Examples :

"Enrique plunked his money down on the counter with a sigh and bellied up to the bar."

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verb

To land suddenly or heavily; to plump down.

Examples :

"The tired student plunked down into the chair, relief washing over him. "

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verb

To intentionally hit the batter with a pitch.

Examples :

"The Braves retaliated by plunking Harper in the next inning."

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verb

(of a raven) To croak.

Examples :

"The raven on the fence plunked a deep, mournful sound. "

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verb

To pluck and quickly release (a musical string).

Examples :

"He absentmindedly began to plunk the guitar strings while waiting for his sister to finish getting ready. "

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verb

To be a truant from (school).

Examples :

"Because he didn't have his homework done, Michael decided to plunk school and go to the park instead. "

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