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impinging

 

[ɪmˈpɪndʒɪŋ ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

physical contact

Impinging refers to the action of coming into contact with something or to strike against it. It often describes a scenario where one object interferes or impacts another, typically resulting in a physical or figurative effect.

Synonyms

colliding, impacting, striking.

Examples of usage

  • The rain was impinging on the roof, creating a rhythmic sound.
  • The collision resulted in the impinging of both vehicles.
  • Strong winds can impinge on the stability of tall structures.
Context #2 | Verb

influence

To impinge can also mean to have an effect or influence, especially in a negative way. This usage is often seen in discussions about rules, rights, or freedoms.

Synonyms

encroach, infringe, interfere.

Examples of usage

  • The new regulations may impinge on personal freedoms.
  • Her decisions should not impinge on your rights.
  • Societal norms sometimes impinge upon individual expression.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Latin 'impingere,' where 'in-' means 'upon' and 'pangere' means 'to strike.'
  • Over time, the word evolved in English to take on more figurative meanings beyond physical impact.

Science

  • In physics, impinging can describe particles or waves striking a surface, such as raindrops hitting the ground.
  • In ecology, it can refer to how species interact within their environments, impacting growth and behavior.

Psychology

  • Impinging can refer to how external factors, like stress or relationships, influence your mental state.
  • The concept relates to understanding how different experiences can put pressure on decision-making processes.

Literature

  • In literature, authors often use the idea of impinging as a metaphor for how characters' actions affect one another.
  • Classic stories may depict the way one person's choices impinge on the lives of others, driving the plot forward.

Pop Culture

  • Movies often depict characters whose decisions impinge on the lives of those around them, creating dramatic tension.
  • The concept is frequently explored in songs, where one person's love or pain affects another’s experience.

Translations

Translations of the word "impinging" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impactando

🇮🇳 प्रभावित करना

🇩🇪 einwirken

🇮🇩 memengaruhi

🇺🇦 впливаючи

🇵🇱 oddziałujący

🇯🇵 影響を与える

🇫🇷 impactant

🇪🇸 impactante

🇹🇷 etkileyici

🇰🇷 영향을 미치는

🇸🇦 يؤثر

🇨🇿 ovlivňující

🇸🇰 ovplyvňujúce

🇨🇳 影响

🇸🇮 vplivajoč

🇮🇸 áhrif

🇰🇿 әсер ететін

🇬🇪 ზემოქმედება

🇦🇿 təsir edən

🇲🇽 impactante

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,880, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.