thrust

Definition

  • n. verbal criticism
  • v. push forcefully
  • v. press or force
  • v. force (molten rock) into pre-existing rock

Word forms

Past tense
thrust
Past participle
thrust
Present participle
thrusting
Third person singular
thrusts

Example sentences

  1. n.

    The thrust of the plane's engines pushed it forward at incredible speed.

  2. vt.

    He thrust the key into the lock and turned it quickly.

  3. vi.

    The knight thrust with his sword during the duel.