Meaning of the word stroked in English
What does stroked mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stroked
US /stroʊkt/
UK /strəʊkt/
Past Tense
1.
to move one's hand gently over a surface, typically in a caressing or soothing manner
Example:
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She gently stroked the cat's fur.
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He stroked his beard thoughtfully.
2.
to hit (a ball) smoothly and firmly
Example:
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The golfer stroked the ball perfectly into the hole.
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He stroked the tennis ball with great power.
Adjective
having been moved one's hand gently over a surface
Example:
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The cat purred contentedly as it was stroked.
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Her hair was neatly stroked back from her face.