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Impinging: meaning, definitions and examples

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impinging

 

[ ɪmˈpɪndʒɪŋ ]

Verb
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.

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 origin

The word 'impinge' originates from the Latin word 'impingere', which meant 'to drive or strike against'. This term is derived from 'in-', meaning 'upon', and 'pangere', meaning 'to strike or fasten'. The evolution of the term has retained this core meaning of striking against or having an effect on something. The usage of 'impinge' in English began around the early 17th century and has since expanded to cover both physical impacts and figurative influences in various contexts. Its journey through the English language reflects a blend of physicality and abstraction, illustrating how language evolves to encompass both tangible and intangible interactions.

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.