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Meaning of strike back

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

strike back

verb

Definitions

  1. To respond to an attack by attacking one's opponent or opponents.

    Synonyms:retaliate
  2. To leave or set out (in a particular direction, often to where one has been).

    Synonyms:head#verb
  3. To send (light, heat, a substance) in the direction of its source.

    Synonyms:reflect
  4. To push or force (someone or something) away.

    Synonyms:repel