NYT Dictionary

CLUNK

/klʌŋk/
NounVerbKLUHNGKGrade 3

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2020, 2021, 2023, 2024, 2025

Meaning

A dull, metallic sound, especially one made by two bodies coming into contact.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

Onomatopoeic.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 4 recorded puzzles:

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