Downstrike

Pronunciation: /ˈdaʊnˈstɹaɪk/

Downstrike (noun)

  1. the action of pressing a key on a keyboard or typewriter.
  2. a downward movement of a tool or equipment in mining.

Examples

  • The downstrike of each key was smooth and silent.
  • She felt the downstrike as she typed quickly.

Common collocations: smooth downstrike, feel the downstrike, powerful downstrike, execute a downstrike

Synonyms of Downstrike

Neutral

Antonyms of Downstrike

  • in contexts of motion or impact