donder
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
To beat up, to thrash.
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Just try and I'll donder you says Jan and resets his hook. I take out my pocket knife and start to smooth it. What do you want with that stick says Jan.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “donder” mean?
To beat up, to thrash.
Is “donder” formal or informal?
donder is generally slang.