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stroke — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • stroke noun A sudden loss of blood flow to part of the brain, which can cause lasting damage or death.

Senses

stroke is used for these senses in English:

  • stroke (squash) A point awarded to a player in case of interference or obstruction by the opponent.

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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