Push
[pʷʊʃ]
Push is a verb and noun with 4 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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To apply a force to (an object) such that it moves away from the person or thing applying the force.
“In his anger he pushed me against the wall and threatened me.”
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To press or urge forward; to drive.
“to push an objection too far; to push one's luck”
noun
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A short, directed application of force; an act of pushing.
“Give the door a hard push if it sticks.”
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An act of tensing the muscles of the abdomen in order to expel its contents.
“One more push and the baby will be out.”
Definitions from the Free Dictionary API
Origin
From Middle English pushen, from Middle French pousser, from Old French poulser, from Latin pulsare.
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Source: Etymological Wordnet (CC BY-SA 3.0)
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