Meaning & Definition of word "Shove"

Shove

/ʃʌv/

noun:

  • 1. a forceful push.
    • Example: With one shove, the ball rolled down the hill.
  • 2. an act of pushing someone or something.
    • Example: He gave her a shove to get her attention.

verb:

  • 1. to push (someone or something) with force.
    • Example: He had to shove the door open because it was stuck.
  • 2. to put something in a rough or careless way.
    • Example: She shoved her books into her backpack in a hurry.
  • 3. to forcefully move someone aside.
    • Example: The crowd began to shove each other as they rushed to the stage.

Etymology

Middle English 'shoven', from Old English 'scufian'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shove off:

To depart or leave, often abruptly.

shove it:

A dismissive expression indicating refusal or contempt.

shove down:

To suppress or force something down.

Related Words

push:

To exert force on someone or something to move them.

thrust:

To push or drive with force.

jab:

To poke or prod with a sharp impact.

Slang Meanings of shove

Meaning: To ignore or dismiss someone or something.

Example Sentence: He shoved my advice aside.

Meaning: To hurry or rush.

Example Sentence: Let's shove; we’re going to be late!