knocking

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: knock-ing (2)
English Definition

The act of hitting a surface to attract attention.

Example Sentence

I heard a knocking sound at the door.

US IPA /ˈnɑːkɪŋ/
UK IPA /ˈnɒkɪŋ/

Synonyms

tapping banging rapping pounding

Antonyms

silence quiet