This is the 6013th most frequent Turkish word.
vurmak
To hit, strike, or knock.
In this sentence, 'vurmak' means 'to hit or slam,' describing a physical action where the ball is forcefully moved against the ground.
Topu yere vurdu.
He slammed the ball onto the ground.
Here, 'vurmak' implies 'placing something forcefully,' indicating an action in which the book was placed with impact onto the surface of the table.
Kitabı masaya vurdu.
She placed the book on the table with a thud.
In this context, 'vurmak' refers to 'knocking,' denoting the act of hitting the door to signal one's presence.