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blow vs thrust

thrust vs blow

blow and thrust both are nouns.

blow and thrust both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
blow Yes No Yes No
thrust Yes No Yes No
As nouns, thrust is a hyponym of blow; that is, thrust is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than blow:
  • blow: a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
  • thrust: a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
blow (noun) thrust (noun)
a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon the act of applying force to propel something
forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
street names for cocaine a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow)
an impact (as from a collision) verbal criticism
an unpleasant or disappointing surprise the force used in pushing
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
a strong current of air
blow (verb) thrust (verb)
exhale hard impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably
free of obstruction by blowing air through penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument
melt, break, or become otherwise unusable place or put with great energy
burst suddenly push forcefully
shape by blowing make a thrusting forward movement
show off press or force
cause to be revealed and jeopardized push violently in a specified direction
allow to regain its breath force (molten rock) into pre-existing rock
deposit eggs (of insects)
be in motion due to some air or water current
cause to move by means of an air current
leave; informal or rude
cause air to go in, on, or through
spout moist air from the blowhole
play or sound a wind instrument
make a sound as if blown
sound by having air expelled through a tube
provide sexual gratification through oral stimulation
spend lavishly or wastefully on
spend thoughtlessly; throw away
make a mess of, destroy or ruin
be inadequate or objectionable
be blowing or storming
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