noun
thrusting
Thrusting (noun) means the action of pushing forcefully forward. Example: “The piston's thrusting motion drives the engine.”
noun
1
The action of pushing forcefully forward.
"The piston's thrusting motion drives the engine."
How to use thrusting
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe repeated forceful pushing motion of something.
Common pairings
thrusting motion
forward thrusting
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The piston's _____ motion drives the engine.
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What does “thrusting” mean?
The word “thrusting” means the action of pushing forcefully forward. In plain terms, the repeated forceful pushing motion of something.
How do you use “thrusting” in a sentence?
Here is “thrusting” used in a sentence: “The piston's thrusting motion drives the engine.”
What part of speech is “thrusting”?
“Thrusting” is a noun.
What is the meaning of thrusting?
"thrusting" (noun) means the action of pushing forcefully forward.
