noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
Refers to a powerful, damaging strike or offensive action, often in military, sports, or figurative contexts. Can be used as a noun or with する as a transitive verb.
敵軍に痛撃を与えた。
They dealt a severe blow to the enemy forces.
その発言は彼の評
That remark dealt a hard blow to his reputation.