Category:Striking

Strik"ing,

Defn: a. & n. from strike, v. Striking distance, the distance through Which an object can be reached by striking; the distance at which a Force is effective when directed to a particular object. -- striking plate. (a) the plate against which the latch of a door Lock strikes as the door is closed. (b) a part of the centering of an Arch, which is driven back to loosen the centering in striking it.

Striking Strik"ing, a.

Defn: affecting with strong emotions; surprising; forcible; Impressive; very noticeable; as, a striking representation or image; A striking resemblance. "a striking fact." De quincey. -- strik"ing*ly, adv. -- strik"ing*ness, n.