siivenisku — meaning in English

English meaning

• flap noun A flat piece attached along one edge that can hang loose or swing, such as on an envelope, pocket, or tent.
• stroke noun A sudden loss of blood flow to part of the brain, which can cause lasting damage or death.

Senses

siivenisku is used for these senses in English:

• flap (aviation) A hinged surface on the trailing edge of the wings of an aeroplane, used to increase lift and drag.
• stroke One of a series of beats or movements against a resisting medium, by means of which movement through or upon it is accomplished.

flap — full definition

1. noun A flat piece attached along one edge that can hang loose or swing, such as on an envelope, pocket, or tent.
2. noun A hinged panel on an aircraft wing used to control lift.
3. noun (informal) A sudden fuss, panic, or scandal.
4. verb To move up and down or back and forth, especially a wing or something loose.

stroke — full definition

1. noun A sudden loss of blood flow to part of the brain, which can cause lasting damage or death.
2. noun A single movement of a tool, brush, oar, or limb, or the mark it leaves.
3. noun A stretch of good luck or a single impressive achievement.
4. verb To move a hand or object gently across a surface.

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