Plonk
/plɑŋk/verb
To make a sound by dropping or placing something heavily.
He plonked the bag on the table with a loud thud.
Usage tips
Neutral
plonk down,plonk it,plonk something
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Contextual Use
Understand that 'plonk' can imply carelessness; it's often used to indicate an action done without much thought.
He plonked down his backpack, showing he was tired.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Tone
When using 'plonk' to describe dropping something, it's often informal, so use it in casual conversations.
Don't plonk that on the floor!
Pro Tip 3/3Sound Association
The word conveys a specific noise, which can help build imagery in writing.
The papers plonked to the ground, scattering everywhere.
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