Knocked: meaning, definitions and examples

past tense

The term 'knocked' refers to the past tense of the verb 'knock', which generally means to strike a surface noisily to attract attention. This action can occur on various surfaces, such as doors, walls, or windows. It is commonly used as a way to request entry or to announce one’s presence. Additionally, in a figurative sense, 'knocked' can refer to being defeated or rejected, as in a sports context. The verb emphasizes the action of hitting with a quick motion, often associated with a sound.

bang, bump, hit, pound, strike

Examples of usage

• She knocked on the door three times.

• He knocked the ball out of the park.

• They knocked loudly to be let in.

• He knocked over the vase accidentally.