knocking

Meanings

Noun

• the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)
  • "the knocking grew louder"

Verb

• deliver a sharp blow or push :
• rap with the knuckles
• knock against with force or violence
• make light, repeated taps on a surface
• sound like a car engine that is firing too early
• find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws

Synonyms

bump, criticise, criticize, knock, pick apart, ping, pink, rap, strike hard, tap