striking

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B2 — Upper-Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun the physical coming together of two or more things
  2. noun the act of contacting one thing with another
  3. verb deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

Synonyms

contact, impinging

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