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bonk Definition and Meaning in English (bonk definition)

verb
Synonyms:tapthumpstrike
Quick Answer • Definition

Bonk definition: To hit someone or something, especially on the head, often lightly or playfully.

Definitions of Bonk

  1. 1verb(informal)

    To hit someone or something, especially on the head, often lightly or playfully.

  2. 2verb(slang)

    To have sexual intercourse with someone.

  3. 3verb(colloquial)

    To suddenly lose all energy and become unable to continue an activity, especially in endurance sports.

  4. 4noun(informal)

    A light blow or hit, often to the head.

Example Sentences

casual

“He gave his friend a playful bonk on the head.”

casual

“The cyclist bonked halfway through the race and couldn't finish.”

casual

“I heard a bonk from the kitchen, so I went to check.”

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Inflected Word Forms

past tensebonked
present participlebonking
agent nounbonker

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Bonk definition: To hit someone or something, especially on the head, often lightly or playfully.
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'Bonk' translates to 'bonk' in English. Bonk definition: To hit someone or something, especially on the head, often lightly or playfully.
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