Definitions

1. noun

A stroke of the pen or pencil made upward or in an upward direction, especially in writing or drawing

“The artist’s bold upstroke added emphasis to the dramatic scene.”

2. verb

To make or draw an upward stroke

“To upstroke the violin string produced a beautiful, soaring melody.”

3. music

An upward movement or direction in music, especially in a melody or bass line

“The composer’s use of upstrokes created a sense of tension and release.”

4. sports

In figure skating, a movement in which the blade is drawn upward and outward from the ice

“The figure skater’s upstroke was a key component of her routine.”