thud

noun
UK /θʌd/
US /θʌd/

A thud is the low, heavy sound something makes when it falls and hits the ground.

The heavy book fell off the shelf with a loud thud.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. To make a dull, heavy sound when hitting something.

The ball thudded against the wall.

3. To hit or fall with a heavy, dull sound.

He thudded down onto the sofa, tired after the long walk.

4. A heavy blow or the dull sound of one.

She felt a thud on her back when the door swung open.