A sudden disabling attack or loss of consciousness caused by an interruption in the flow of blood to the brain. He was rushed to the hospital after suffering a stroke.
A single complete movement, especially one of a series of repeated actions. The swimmer's stroke was smooth and efficient.
A mark made by drawing a pen, pencil, or paintbrush in one direction across paper or canvas. The artist's brush stroke added depth to the painting.
A sudden or unexpected occurrence of something. Winning the lottery was a stroke of luck.
A movement of the arms and legs in swimming or rowing. She improved her freestyle stroke after weeks of practice.
A style or method of hitting a ball in sports such as tennis or golf. His backhand stroke is his strongest shot.
A blow delivered with a weapon, tool, or the hand. With a single stroke of the axe, the lumberjack felled the tree.
The sounding of a bell or clock to mark the passing of time; the exact instant marked by such a sound. Fireworks erupted at the stroke of midnight.