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    Poussa (en. Pushed)

    /pu.sɑ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To exert a force on an object to move it.
    He pushed the door to enter.
    Il a poussé la porte pour entrer.
    To encourage someone to act or to progress.
    She pushed him to enroll in this course.
    Elle l'a poussé à s'inscrire à ce cours.
    To make something grow, especially a plant.
    The flowers grew quickly in the spring.
    Les fleurs ont poussé rapidement au printemps.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin verb 'pulsare', meaning 'to strike, to push'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to let out a scream
    To emit a loud sound due to surprise or fear.
    pousser un cri
    to push to the limit
    To bring someone to a point of extreme tension.
    pousser à bout
    to leverage one's advantages
    To exploit opportunities to the fullest.
    pousser ses avantages

    Related Words

    stroller
    Small wheeled vehicle for transporting children.
    poussette
    push
    Action of pushing or force of propulsion.
    poussée

    Slang Meanings

    To push hard on something.
    He pushed down hard on the pedal.
    Il a poussé à fond sur la pédale.
    To urge someone to do something.
    He encourages her to go out with him.
    Il la pousse à sortir avec lui.