strokes
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🇺🇸
/stroʊks/
🇬🇧
/strəʊks/
(stroke)
gentle touch or impact
Etymology
'stroke' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'strācian,' where 'strāc-' meant 'to rub or press lightly.'
'strācian' transformed into the Middle English word 'stroken,' and eventually became the modern English word 'stroke.'
Initially, it meant 'to rub or press lightly,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings, including a gentle touch or a sudden medical condition.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a single complete movement, especially one of a series, in swimming, rowing, or other sports.
He improved his swimming strokes.
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Noun 2
a sudden disabling attack or loss of consciousness caused by an interruption in the flow of blood to the brain.
He suffered a stroke last year.
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Verb 1
to move one's hand with gentle pressure over (a surface), typically repeatedly; caress.
She stroked the cat's fur.
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Verb 2
past tense or past participle form of 'stroke'.
He stroked the horse gently.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/15 14:51