STRIKING

adjective

Definition

Affecting with strong emotions; surprising; forcible; impressive; very noticeable; as, a striking representation or image; a striking resemblance. "A striking fact." De Quincey. -- Strik"ing*ly, adv. -- Strik"ing*ness, n.

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STRIKING (noun)

a. & n. from Strike, v. Striking distance, the distance through which an object can be reached by striking; the distance at which a force is effective...

Added: October 09, 2025 Updated: October 09, 2025

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