heave
Definitions
Noun
- An upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling)
- (geology) a horizontal dislocation
- The act of lifting something with great effort
- An involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting
- The act of raising something
- Throwing something heavy (with great effort)
Verb
- Utter a sound, as with obvious effort
- Throw with great effort
- Rise and move, as in waves or billows
- Lift or elevate
- Move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position
- Breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
- Bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
- Make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
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Definitions: 14
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📰 This Word in the News:
Why the NBA's new heave rule has changed end-of-quarter shot attempts
Oct 27, 2025 Yahoo Sports Canada
Oct 27, 2025 Yahoo Sports Canada
New Rule Change for 2025 NBA Season: How the New "Heave" Rule Changes the Game
Sep 11, 2025 NBC TV Network
Sep 11, 2025 NBC TV Network
Warriors star Steph Curry shares candid assessment of NBA's new heave rule
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