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stroked

The correct spelling is stroked.

How to pronounce stroked

verb

Say it like: Str-oke-d

The correct spelling is stroked. To move one's hand or an object (such as a broom) along (a surface) in one direction. For example: "to stroke a boat"

Usage Examples

to stroke a boat

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To move one's hand or an object (such as a broom) along (a surface) in one direction.
  2. 2.To hit the ball with the bat in a flowing motion.
  3. 3.To give a finely fluted surface to.
  4. 4.To row the stroke oar of.

adjective

  1. 1.(of a car engine) Having a replacement crankshaft with a longer stroke than normal

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