Clunk and Scuff

Clunk

Clunk verb - Make or move along with a sound as of a horse's hooves striking the ground.

Scuff and clunk are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Scuff" instead a verb "Clunk".

Nearby Words: clunky, clunker, clunking, clunked

Scuff

Scuff verb - To damage by rubbing against a sharp or rough surface.

Clunk and scuff are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Clunk" instead a verb "Scuff".
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