Gravity Definition & Meaning

gravity
noun
  1. (physics) the force of attraction between all masses in the universe; especially the attraction of the earth's mass for bodies near its surface; "the more remote the body the less the gravity"; "the gravitation between two bodies is proportional to the product of their masses and inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them"; "gravitation cannot be held responsible for people falling in love"--Albert Einstein
  2. a manner that is serious and solemn
  3. a solemn and dignified feeling

"Gravity" in song lyrics

See how gravity is used in real songs:

  • "Savagely removin human brains by pullin gravity"
    7L and Esoteric f/ Virtuoso — Headswell
  • "Don't defy gravity"
    Akwid f/ Chino XL, Kuky — Ombligo a Ombligo (Bad Girl) (Remix)
  • "It's heavy like walking on planet's with no gravity"
    Apathy f/ Open Mic — Sureshot Affair

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