Definitions

1. noun

a sudden movement of the arm or leg in swimming, or a single movement in a particular direction.

“The swimmer took a stroke through the calm waters.”

2. noun

a sudden, severe attack of a disease, especially a stroke.

“The patient experienced a stroke and was rushed to the hospital.”

3. noun

a single movement or action, especially in a particular direction.

“She took a stroke down the ski slope.”

4. noun

a mark or line made by a brush or pen.

“The artist made a stroke of red paint across the canvas.”

5. verb

to make a sudden movement with the arm or leg, especially in swimming.

“She stroked through the water with ease.”

6. verb

to make a mark or line with a brush or pen.

“The artist stroked the red paint across the canvas.”

7. verb

to have a sudden, severe attack of a disease, especially a stroke.

“The patient stroked out and was rushed to the hospital.”

8. verb

to make a single movement or action, especially in a particular direction.

“She stroked down the ski slope.”

9. verb

to strike or hit something, especially with a sudden movement.

“The tennis player stroked the ball with her racket.”