body blow

noun

Meaning

A hard punch struck to the torso.
(by extension) A serious setback; a traumatizing event which prevents or hinders continuation of an activity.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

body-blow(English)blow(English)strike(English)deathblow(English)hammer blow(English)bodyslam(English)death blow(English)by-blow(English)

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