v. A past participle of strike. adj. 1. Struck or wounded, as by a projectile. 2. a. Affected by something overwhelming, such as disease, trouble, or painful emotion. b. Incapacitated; disabled. 3. Having the contents made even with the top of a measuring device or container; level: a stricken measure of flour. |
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