THUNK Meaning and
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Thunk (noun):
1. A term used to describe a dull, heavy sound resulting from a solid object being struck or falling down, typically without bouncing or reverberating. The word "thunk" is derived from the sound it represents, characterized by a muffled and resonant quality. It can often be associated with the impact or collision of heavy objects such as furniture, tools, or machinery.
2. In colloquial slang, "thunk" can also refer to a mental or cognitive disturbance or noise, usually described as a sudden revelation or idea hitting someone's mind. This usage suggests an abrupt realization or understanding, often accompanied by a distinctive sound effect metaphorically described as a "thunk." It signifies when a thought or concept suddenly becomes clear or when a piece of information clicks into place, causing a figurative impact or mental disruption.
In both senses, "thunk" conveys a sense of solidity, weightiness, and impact. It is commonly employed to vividly depict physical or mental occurrences that provoke a sense of surprise, recognition, or significance.
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Etymology of THUNK
The word "thunk" is a nonsensical representation of the sound that one might make when hitting or knocking on a solid object. It is commonly used to describe a dull, heavy sound. However, in the context of computer programming, "thunk" has a different meaning.
In the field of computer science, a "thunk" refers to a small piece of code or a function that is used to lazily evaluate an expression or delay computation until it is needed. The origin of this usage can be traced back to the late 1960s when the term was first introduced by L. Peter Deutsch in his programming language, Lisp.
The word itself does not have a clear etymology, as it seems to have been coined specifically for this purpose. It is believed that the term was coined as a playful and whimsical expression, possibly imitating the sound and rhythm of the word "chunk".
Similar spelling words for THUNK
Conjugate verb Thunk
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