Gadit

stroke

Definitions (5)
1nounA sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, often causing paralysis or speech difficulties.
He was rushed to the hospital after suffering a stroke.
Her speech was slurred due to a stroke.
Quick treatment is crucial after a stroke.
2nounA gentle movement of the hand over a surface, often to show affection.
She gave the cat a gentle stroke.
He felt comforted by the stroke of her hand.
The artist's brush stroke was delicate.
3nounA single complete movement of a tool or instrument, such as a brush or pen.
The painter's stroke was bold and confident.
With a single stroke of the pen, he signed the document.
Each stroke of the brush added depth to the painting.
4nounA style or method of swimming, such as the breaststroke or backstroke.
She improved her freestyle stroke over the summer.
The butterfly stroke is challenging to master.
He won the race with a powerful backstroke.
5nounA sudden or unexpected occurrence, often used in the phrase 'stroke of luck'.
Winning the lottery was a stroke of luck.
It was a stroke of genius to solve the problem that way.
By a stroke of fate, they met again.
Word Origin
Language
Old English
Original word
strācian
Originally meant
to rub gently
Background
The word 'stroke' comes from the Old English 'strācian', meaning to rub gently. Over time, it evolved to encompass various meanings, including the medical term for a sudden brain event and the action of moving one's hand gently over a surface.