zetje — meaning in English

English meaning

• boost noun Something that helps increase or improve a person's effort, confidence, or performance.
• nudge verb To push someone or something gently, often to get their attention.

Senses

zetje is used for these senses in English:

• boost A push from behind or below, as to one who is endeavoring to climb.
• nudge A gentle push.

boost — full definition

1. noun Something that helps increase or improve a person's effort, confidence, or performance.
2. verb To help increase or improve something.
3. verb To start a vehicle with a dead battery using jumper cables (informal).

nudge — full definition

1. verb To push someone or something gently, often to get their attention.
2. noun A gentle push or prompt.

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