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Meaning of push
to apply a force in order to move something away from oneself
Etymology of push
The word "push" originated from Old English "puss" or "puson", which is also related to Middle Low German "pussen" and Middle Dutch "pussen", all of which carry the sense of thrusting or driving
Historically, the word has been used since the 12th century to describe physical force applied to move objects or people
Synonyms
Definitions
- to apply a force to something in order to move it away from oneself or to cause it to move in a particular direction
- * to move something by applying a force, typically with one's hands or arms
- * to persuade or encourage someone to do something
Usage Examples
- She gave the door a push to open it
- * The company will push the new product through aggressive marketing
- * He had to push himself to finish the marathon