king-hit

[ king-hit ]

noun

, Australian.

1. a knockout punch.

king-hit

noun

1. a knockout blow, esp an unfair one

verb

1. to deliver a knockout blow to

Word History and Origins

Origin of king-hit¹

First recorded in 1920–25

Example Sentences

After much thought the king hit upon a plan which he hoped would decide the matter to the satisfaction of them all.

From Project Gutenberg

In addition to the means already alluded to, for filling his purse, the young king hit upon another mode of making money.

From Project Gutenberg