Push: meaning, definitions and examples

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push

[ pʊʃ ]

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action

To exert force on (someone or something) so as to move them away from oneself or from the source of the force.

Synonyms

force, press, shove, thrust

Examples of usage

He pushed the door open.
She pushed her way through the crowd.
The child pushed the toy car across the floor.
The police officer pushed the suspect against the wall.
The strong wind pushed the trees to the side.

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encouragement

To encourage or urge (someone) to do something.

Synonyms

encourage, motivate, prompt, urge

Examples of usage

The coach pushed the team to give their best performance.
She pushed him to apply for the job.
The teacher pushed the students to think critically.
The parents pushed their child to pursue their passion.
The manager pushed the employees to meet the deadline.

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physical force

The act of applying force in order to move something away from oneself or from the source of the force.

Synonyms

pressure, propulsion, shove, thrust

Examples of usage

With a push, he managed to move the heavy box.
The door opened with a gentle push.
A push from behind propelled him forward.
She gave the stubborn drawer a hard push.
The push of the crowd made it hard to move.

Translations

Translations of the word "push" in other languages:

🇵🇹 empurrar

🇮🇳 धक्का देना

🇩🇪 drücken

🇮🇩 mendorong

🇺🇦 штовхати

🇵🇱 pchać

🇯🇵 押す (osu)

🇫🇷 pousser

🇪🇸 empujar

🇹🇷 itmek

🇰🇷 밀다 (milda)

🇸🇦 دفع (dafa')

🇨🇿 tlačit

🇸🇰 tlačiť

🇨🇳 推 (tuī)

🇸🇮 potisniti

🇮🇸 ýta

🇰🇿 итеру

🇬🇪 ბიძგება (bidzgeba)

🇦🇿 itələmək

🇲🇽 empujar

Word origin

The word 'push' originates from the Middle English word 'pulchen', which means to thrust, push or beat. It has roots in the Old French word 'poulser' and the Latin word 'pulsare' meaning to beat or push. The concept of pushing has been essential in human interactions and physical movements throughout history, playing a crucial role in activities ranging from everyday tasks to sports and warfare.

See also: pushbike, pushchair, pusher, pushily, pushing, pushover, pushpin, pushy.