impinger

Variant of impinge

intransitive verb impinged, impinging
    1. to strike, hit, or dash (on, upon, or against something)
    2. to touch (on or upon); have an effect: an idea that impinges on one's mind
  2. to make inroads or encroach (on or upon the property or rights of another)

Origin: L impingere from in-, inch(es) plush pangere, to strike: see fang

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