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foiling
This term operates across three distinct domains: strategic, athletic, and artistic. In a strategic sense, it describes the act of thwarting an opponent's plans, often carrying a connotation of cleverness or timely intervention. When used as an adjective, it describes an action specifically designed to obstruct a goal.
In technical contexts, the word shifts from a psychological or strategic meaning to a physical one. In sailing, it refers to the high-performance use of hydrofoils to eliminate water resistance. In art, it refers to the application of metallic leaf. Because these meanings are so disparate, the intended sense is almost always determined by the surrounding professional or hobbyist jargon.
Meanings
A method of sailing where a board or boat uses hydrofoils to lift the hull out of the water to reduce drag.
Examples
The detective spent months foiling the gang's attempt to rob the museum.
I cannot believe the guards are foiling my master plan at the very last second.
The hero is dedicated to foiling the villain's scheme to take over the city.
Foiling is becoming incredibly popular among windsurfers who want more speed.
He loves the feeling of weightlessness that comes with foiling on the ocean.
The artist specialized in gold foiling to give the frames a luxurious finish.
She spent the afternoon foiling the edges of the invitation cards in silver.
The sudden rainstorm proved to be a foiling factor for our outdoor wedding plans.