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Meaning of stroke
The primary meaning of the word "stroke" is a movement of the hand or an instrument in a particular direction, or a mark made by such a movement.
Etymology of stroke
The word "stroke" comes from the Old English word "strac", which is related to the Old Norse word "strakr", meaning "a line or a stroke"
The word has been used in English since the 9th century, initially to describe a mark or line made by a writing instrument
Over time, the word's meaning has expanded to include various types of movements, scores, and attacks of illness
Synonyms
Definitions
- A mark or line made by a pen, pencil, or brush on a surface
- A single movement of a brush, pen, or other instrument in a particular direction
- A sudden attack of illness, especially one that affects the brain or heart
- A score or point won in a game, especially a golf stroke
- A single complete movement of a limb or an instrument, such as a swimming stroke or a violin stroke
Usage Examples
- The artist made bold strokes with her brush to create a vibrant painting
- The golfer took a careful stroke to sink the putt
- The patient suffered a stroke and was hospitalized for several days
- The swimmer's strong stroke allowed her to break the record