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thrust vs blow

blow vs thrust

thrust and blow both are nouns.

thrust and blow both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
thrust Yes No Yes No
blow Yes No Yes No
As nouns, blow is a hypernym of thrust; that is, blow is a word with a broader meaning than thrust:
  • thrust: a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument
  • blow: a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
thrust (noun) blow (noun)
the act of applying force to propel something a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon
a strong blow with a knife or other sharp pointed instrument forceful exhalation through the nose or mouth
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow) street names for cocaine
verbal criticism an impact (as from a collision)
the force used in pushing an unpleasant or disappointing surprise
an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
a strong current of air
thrust (verb) blow (verb)
impose urgently, importunately, or inexorably exhale hard
penetrate or cut through with a sharp instrument free of obstruction by blowing air through
place or put with great energy melt, break, or become otherwise unusable
push forcefully burst suddenly
make a thrusting forward movement shape by blowing
press or force show off
push violently in a specified direction cause to be revealed and jeopardized
force (molten rock) into pre-existing rock allow to regain its breath
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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