To apply pressure against (something), especially for the purpose of moving it, To force (one's way), To extend or enlarge, noun_ An assault or attack; a forcible onset; a vigorous effort; a stroke; a blow, A thrust; the exercise of a driving or impelling thrust; the application of pressure intended to overturn or set in motion in the direction in which the force or pressure is applied; a shove_ as, to give a thing or a person a push, A provocation to action; a stimulus