Verb. 1. hit against; come into sudden contact with; "The car hit a tree" "He struck the table with his elbow". 2. deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon; "The teacher struck the child" "the opponent refused to strike" "The boxer struck the attacker dead". 3. have an emotional or cognitive impact upon; More @Wikipedia
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