alick

/ˈælɪk/

Definitions

1. verb

to strike or hit lightly, often with a sudden movement

“She alicked the ball with her racket, sending it flying over the net.”

2. verb

to strike or graze the surface of something

“The stone alicked the water’s surface as it skipped across the lake.”

3. noun

a sudden, swift stroke or blow

“The alick of the wind knocked over the outdoor furniture.”

Synonyms

  • glance
  • hit
  • strike

Antonyms

  • avoid
  • miss