sideswipe

/ˌsaɪdˈswaɪp/
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Other forms: sideswiped; sideswipes; sideswiping

Definitions of sideswipe
  1. verb
    strike from the side
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    type of:
    strike, zonk
    deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
  2. noun
    a glancing blow from or on the side of something (especially motor vehicles)
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    type of:
    blow, bump
    an impact (as from a collision)
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