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thrust

Noun

Definitions

1. thrust
2. driving force

This noun refers to thrust, the force that propels an aircraft, rocket, or ship forward. It is a technical term used in engineering and physics to describe the driving force generated by an engine or propulsion system.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

So how does a jet's thrust actually relate to speed?

Sentence 2

So how much thrust does that rocket actually generate at liftoff?

Sentence 3

I nearly cried climbing the hill this morning — my bike just had no thrust left!

Sentence 4

The real strength of this engine is that it delivers thrust even at low RPMs!

Sentence 5

The news reported that the new rocket's thrust test was a success.