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A sharp burst of thunder; a sudden report of a discharge of atmospheric electricity.

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  1. n. A sharp burst of thunder; a sudden report of a discharge of atmospheric electricity.
  2. n. a single sharp crash of thunder
  3. n. a shocking surprise
  4. A sharp burst of thunder; a sudden report of a discharge of atmospheric electricity. "Thunderclaps that make them quake." Spenser. When suddenly the thunderclap was heard. Dryden.
  5. A sharp burst of thunder; a sudden report of a discharge ofatmospheric electricity. "Thunderclaps that make them quake."Spenser.When suddenly the thunderclap was heard. Dryden.
  6. n:100 n. a single sharp crash of thunder