word
Knocking
NAH-kihng
/ˈnɑːkɪŋ/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
knocking
Dictionary meaning
The sound of striking a surface noisily to attract attention.
Examples
- We heard the knocking on the front door.
Synonyms: knock
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