thrust

What is the Definition of thrust?

Noun:

1. the force used in pushing
2. a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
3. the act of applying force to propel something
4. verbal criticism
5. a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)

Verb:

1. push forcefully
2. press or force
3. make a thrusting forward movement
4. impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably
5. penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument
6. force (molten rock)
7. push upward
8. place or put with great energy

Other meanings of thrust (synonyms, cognates).