Clopped

The past tense of 'clop', this word describes the sound made by the rhythmic striking of hooves against a hard surface, typically by horses or other similar animals. It can evoke images of horse-drawn carriages, cowboys on horseback, or even the pacing of an animal. It also can represent the action of making a similar noise on a hard surface or being subjected to the sound, for instance shoes making the same noise when in contact with the floor. The sound usually has a slightly dull but distinct rhythm.

Clopped meaning with examples

• The horse-drawn carriage clopped down the cobblestone street, its rhythmic sound echoing in the quiet morning, announcing the baker's arrival. It was a soothing, nostalgic sound that put the people at ease.
• As the cowboy rode into town, the sound of his horse's hooves clopped on the wooden boardwalk, announcing his arrival. Everyone turned and stared, wondering what his business would be there this day.
• The old mare clopped slowly along the dusty trail, her weary steps a testament to the long journey she had undertaken, finally returning to the farm after a long journey.
• Her new boots, with their hard soles, clopped loudly on the polished office floor, making the boss turn his head as she strode in to give him the latest figures.
• He sat at the table tapping the end of his shoe on the floor. The sound of his sole clopped rhythmically against the wood as he waited, nervous, for his interview.