kerchunk

English

Etymology

From ker- +‎ chunk.

Noun

kerchunk (plural kerchunks)

1. A sudden heavy blow or thump.

   Synonyms: kerplunk, plunk, thud

   • 1885, Woman's Board of Missions, Life and light for woman: Volume 15:

     But this kerchunk, kerchunk — that's the sieve motion.

Adverb

kerchunk (not comparable)

1. With a sudden heavy blow or thump.