PLONK | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word PLONK in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of PLONK with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Plonk

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

late 19th century (originally dialect): imitative; compare with plunk

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: plɒŋk
Dialects: British English
Definition:

set down heavily or carelessly

Short Definition:

set down heavily or carelessly

Examples:
  • she plonked her glass on the table
Definition:

play unskilfully on a musical instrument

Short Definition:

play unskilfully on musical instrument

Examples:
  • people plonking around on expensive instruments

Word: Plonk

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: plɒŋk
Dialects: British English
Definition:

a sound as of something being set down heavily

Short Definition:

sound of something being set down heavily

Examples:
  • he sat down with a plonk

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