strikingaction
nounUK /ˈstraɪkɪŋ ˈækʃən/
US /ˈstraɪkɪŋ ˈækʃən/
A striking action is when you hit something.
The striking action of the hammer broke the nut open.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The way a clock makes a sound to mark the hour.
The striking action of the old clock woke us at noon.
3. A strong and noticeable movement or effort.
Her striking action on stage caught everyone's eye.
4. In sports, the act of hitting the ball.
His striking action sent the ball over the fence.