Thrust
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /θɹʌst/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Thrust is a noun meaning (fencing) An attack made by moving the sword parallel to its length and landing with the point.
Meaning
(fencing) An attack made by moving the sword parallel to its length and landing with the point.
More Meanings
- A push, stab, or lunge forward.
- The force generated by propulsion, as in a jet engine.
- (figuratively) The primary effort; the goal.
- (intransitive) To make advance with force.
- (transitive) To force something upon someone.
- (transitive) To push out or extend rapidly or powerfully.
- (transitive) To push or drive with force; to shove.
Example Sentences
We thrust at the enemy with our forces.
Pierre was a master swordsman, and could parry the thrusts of lesser men with barely a thought.
The cutpurse tried to knock her satchel from her hands, but she avoided his thrust and yelled, "Thief!"
Ostensibly, the class was about public health in general, but the main thrust was really sex education.
Word Forms
- thrusts
- thrusting
- thrusted
Synonyms for thrust
Depending on context, synonyms include break, dart, grab, lift, push, focus.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lunge, jab, jabbing, stab, poke, poking.
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