HyperDic: sideswipe

English > 2 senses of the word sideswipe:
NOUNeventsideswipea glancing blow from or on the side / side of something (especially motor vehicles)
VERBcontactsideswipestrike from the side
English > sideswipe: 2 senses > noun 1, event
MeaningA glancing blow from or on the side / side of something (especially motor vehicles).
Broaderblow, bumpAn impact (as from a collision)
Spanishgolpe de refilón
English > sideswipe: 2 senses > verb 1, contact
Meaningstrike from the side.
PatternSomebody ----s something
ModelThe fighter managed to sideswipe his opponent
Broaderstrikedeliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
See alsoswipestrike with a swiping motion

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