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strikes

 

[ strʌɪks ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

game

A term used in baseball when a batter swings and misses the ball three times, resulting in an out.

Synonyms

misses, outs, whiffs

Examples of usage

  • He had two strikes against him and one more would mean he was out.
  • If you get three strikes, you're out!
  • The pitcher threw a perfect strike for the first pitch.
Context #2 | Noun

labor

A work stoppage caused by employees refusing to work until certain demands are met by the employer.

Synonyms

industrial action, protest, walkout

Examples of usage

  • The workers went on strike to demand higher wages.
  • The strike lasted for several weeks before an agreement was reached.
  • The union called for a strike to protest against the company's policies.
Context #3 | Verb

hit

To hit forcefully or with a weapon.

Synonyms

beat, hit, smack

Examples of usage

  • He strikes the ball with great precision.
  • She struck the target with her arrow.
  • The lightning struck the tree, causing it to fall.

Translations

Translations of the word "strikes" in other languages:

🇵🇹 greves

🇮🇳 हड़तालें

🇩🇪 Streiks

🇮🇩 pemogokan

🇺🇦 страйки

🇵🇱 strajki

🇯🇵 ストライキ

🇫🇷 grèves

🇪🇸 huelgas

🇹🇷 grevler

🇰🇷 파업

🇸🇦 إضرابات

🇨🇿 stávky

🇸🇰 štrajky

🇨🇳 罢工

🇸🇮 stavke

🇮🇸 verkföll

🇰🇿 ереуілдер

🇬🇪 გაფიცვები

🇦🇿 tətilər

🇲🇽 huelgas

Etymology

The word 'strike' originated from the Old English word 'strīcan', meaning 'to go, proceed, flow'. Over time, it evolved to also mean 'to hit forcibly'. The use of 'strike' in the context of baseball dates back to the mid-19th century, while its association with labor disputes emerged in the late 18th century during the Industrial Revolution.

See also: strike, striker, striking, strikingly.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,651, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.