Meaning of the word thwack in English

What does thwack mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

thwack

US /θwæk/
UK /θwæk/

Verb

to hit something or someone with a sharp blow

Example:
He thwacked the ball over the fence.
The branch thwacked him on the head.

Noun

a sharp blow or smack

Example:
He gave the door a loud thwack.
The tennis ball hit the racket with a satisfying thwack.