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Thrusting Definition & Meaning

thrusting
noun
  1. a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow); "he warned me with a jab with his finger"; "he made a thrusting motion with his fist"

"Thrusting" in song lyrics

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  • "tongue thrusting"
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Frequently asked questions

What does thrusting mean?
a sharp hand gesture (resembling a blow); "he warned me with a jab with his finger"; "he made a thrusting motion with his fist"
What part of speech is thrusting?
Thrusting is a noun.

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