I . v. a.
1.
Strike violently, hurl forcibly.
2.
Adulterate, deteriorate ( by mixture ), alloy, mingle, mix.
3.
Suffuse, overspread, discolor, color.
4.
Disappoint, frustrate, thwart, ruin, destroy, shatter, spoil.
5.
Surprise, confound, abash, put to shame.
II . v. n.
Rush, dart, fly swiftly.
III . n.
1.
Stroke, blow.
2.
Rush, onset, sudden advance.
3.
Infusion, tinge, tincture, sprinkling, spice, touch, smack, little, small quantity.
4.
Spirit, vigor, élan .
5.
Flourish, show, ostentatious display.