KNOCKING SENSELESS Meaning and
Definition
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The phrase "knocking senseless" refers to the action of striking or hitting someone so hard that it causes them to lose consciousness or become disoriented, resulting in a temporary loss of mental function or awareness. The term "knocking" implies a forceful impact, typically made with a sudden or swift motion. It implies a level of violence or aggression, often associated with physical altercations or fights.
The word "senseless" indicates that the blow renders the recipient unable to perceive the world around them accurately, comprehend or make rational judgments. It refers to a state of confusion or disarray where one's cognitive faculties are so significantly affected that they cannot think coherently or make reasoned decisions. Being "knocked senseless" implies a temporary absence of consciousness and mental clarity due to a physical assault or trauma.
This expression is commonly used to describe the effects of a severe blow to the head, a heavy impact from a collision, or a strong strike during a fight. It conveys the severity of the physical force and the consequential disorientation or unconsciousness that ensues. "Knocking senseless" is a way to emphasize the extent of the impact and the resulting loss of cognitive function, highlighting the physical violence or intensity of the encounter.
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Etymology of KNOCKING SENSELESS
The phrase "knocking senseless" does not have a specific etymology as it is a combination of two separate words: "knocking" and "senseless".
The word "knocking" is derived from the Old English word "cnocian" which meant "to strike with a hard blow or hit". It has been in use since the 14th century.
The word "senseless" is derived from the Old French word "sensless" which meant "lacking sense or reason". It is a combination of the Latin word "sensus" meaning "perception" and the suffix "-less" meaning "without".
When these two words are used together in the phrase "knocking senseless", it generally means to hit or strike someone with such force that they become temporarily or completely unconscious, unable to perceive or reason.
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