1. strokes made in a downward direction, especially in writing or drawing
Usage: often used in handwriting instruction
2. the downward movement of a piston or similar mechanical part
Usage: mechanical engineering

Examples

• The teacher emphasized proper downstrokes when teaching cursive writing.
• Practice your downstrokes to improve your handwriting consistency.
• The calligraphy brush creates thick downstrokes and thin upstrokes.
• During the engine’s downstrokes, the pistons compress the fuel mixture.
• Her downstrokes were too heavy, making the letters look uneven.
• The artist used bold downstrokes to create dramatic shadows in the sketch.