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stroking

UK
/ˈstrəʊkɪŋ/
US
/ˈstroʊkɪŋ/
stroking back
strokingnoun
strokings
pl
Translations
The cat purred contentedly under the gentle stroking of its fur.
Кошка довольно мурлыкала под нежным поглаживанием своей шерсти.
Additional translations
ласка
Definitions
The act of gently moving one's hand over a surface, typically in a soothing or affectionate manner.
The cat purred contentedly under the gentle stroking of its owner's hand.
A single movement of a hand or tool over a surface, often as part of a repetitive action.
The artist's stroking of the brush on the canvas was both deliberate and graceful.
Synonyms
caress
smoothing
rub
pat
touch
strokinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈstrəʊkɪŋ/
US
/ˈstroʊkɪŋ/
Functions attributively and predicatively (e.g. "a stroking motion").
Definitions
Describing something that performs or involves a continuous gentle movement over a surface.
She used a stroking motion to apply the polish evenly.
Synonyms
caressing
petting
fondling
smoothing
brushing
rubbing
stroking-like
strokeverb

stroking

Gerund

stroked
Past Simple
stroked
Past Participle
stroking
Gerund
UK
/strəʊk/
US
/stroʊk/
Translations
She gently stroked the cat's fur.
Она нежно гладила шерсть кота.
He stroked his beard thoughtfully.
Он задумчиво поглаживал свою бороду.
Additional translations
ласкать
Definitions
To move one's hand with gentle pressure over a surface, typically repeatedly.
She stroked the cat's fur softly as it purred contentedly.
To hit or propel (a ball) with a smooth, gliding motion.
He stroked the ball into the back of the net with precision.
To act as the stroke in rowing, setting the pace for the crew.
She was chosen to stroke the boat because of her consistent rhythm.
Synonyms
pat
fondle
caress
touch
brush
strokenoun
Definitions
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.
strokeadjective
Definitions
Relating to or designed for people affected by a stroke or to the medical condition itself.
The hospital has a specialized stroke unit for rapid treatment.
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