verb

 

hit to hit someone or something

Two climbers were struck by falling rocks.

 

think If a thought or idea strikes you, you suddenly think of it.

It struck me that I'd forgotten to order the champagne.

 

not work to stop working for a period of time because you want more money, etc

Bus drivers are threatening to strike.

 

effect If something bad strikes something or someone, it affects them strongly and quickly.

The hurricane struck the coast at about eight in the morning.

 

attack to attack suddenly

The marines will strike at dawn.

 

clock If a clock strikes, a bell rings to show what the time is.

 

noun

 

not working a period of time when people are not working because they want more money, etc

Teachers are planning to go on strike next month.

 

attack a sudden military attack

an air strike