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DictionarypushPhysical force
verb / noun

push

POOSH/pʊʃ/

Force that moves something forward or away.

The man pushes the heavy crate away from him.

Man pushes a heavy crate away.
Etymology
pushLatinto beat, strike, push

Latin pulsare covered beating and striking as well as pushing. The English sense retains the idea of applying force against something to drive it onward.

In context

Fredrik Zillén - Running Technique Specialist1:39
the most logical way is of course to push the foot harder into the ground
How to get a more powerful push off

More examples

  • The stuck door opens with a firm push.
  • She pushes the stroller along the sidewalk.
  • The wind pushes the boat toward shore.

Forms

push · pushes · pushed · pushing

Similar words

shove
Suggests a rough or forceful push, often done abruptly.
thrust
Suggests a sudden, directed push rather than steady pressure.