definition vs thrust

definition

noun
  • The action or process of defining. 

  • The act of defining; determination of the limits. 

  • A statement expressing the essential nature of something; formulation 

  • A clear instance conforming to the dictionary or textbook definition. 

  • A statement which provides a previous declaration with a value or body of a subroutine (in the case of function). 

  • A statement that establishes the referent of a term or notation. 

  • The action or power of describing, explaining, or making definite and clear. 

  • Sharp demarcation of outlines or limits. 

  • A statement of the meaning of a word or word group or a sign or symbol (dictionary definitions). 

  • Clarity of visual presentation, distinctness of outline or detail. 

  • A product of defining. 

  • Clarity, especially of musical sound in reproduction. 

  • The degree to which individual muscles are distinct on the body. 

thrust

noun
  • A push, stab, or lunge forward (the act thereof.) 

  • An attack made by moving the sword parallel to its length and landing with the point. 

  • The primary effort; the goal. 

  • The force generated by propulsion, as in a jet engine. 

verb
  • To stab; to pierce; usually with through. 

  • To enter by pushing; to squeeze in. 

  • To push out or extend rapidly or powerfully. 

  • To make advance with force. 

  • To push or drive with force; to shove. 

  • To force something upon someone. 

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