Striking distance, the distance through which an object can be reached by striking; the distance at which a force is effective when directed to a particular object. -- Striking plate. (a)The plate against which the latch of a door lock strikes as the door is closed. (b)A part of the centering of an arch, which is driven back to loosen the centering in striking it. [ 1913 Webster ]
a. Affecting with strong emotions; surprising; forcible; impressive; very noticeable; as, a striking representation or image; a striking resemblance. “A striking fact.” De Quincey. -- Strik"ing*ly, adv. -- Strik"ing*ness, n. [ 1913 Webster ]