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单词 home thrust
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Definition of home thrust in English:

home thrust

noun ˌhəʊm ˈθrʌst
  • Swordsmanship and Fencing. A thrust of the sword aimed at making a fatal or decisive hit. Also figurative and in figurative contexts: something, especially a statement, which strikes home or reaches its intended target.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in James Mabbe (d.?1642), translator. From home + thrust.

Definition of home thrust in US English:

home thrust

nounˌhəʊm ˈθrʌst
  • Swordsmanship and Fencing. A thrust of the sword aimed at making a fatal or decisive hit. Also figurative and in figurative contexts: something, especially a statement, which strikes home or reaches its intended target.

Origin

Early 17th century; earliest use found in James Mabbe (d. ?1642), translator. From home + thrust.

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