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thrust 1. a force, esp one that produces motion 2. a. a propulsive force produced by the fluid pressure or the change of momentum of the fluid in a jet engine, rocket engine, etc. b. a similar force produced by a propeller 3. a pressure that is exerted continuously by one part of an object, structure, etc., against another, esp the axial force by or on a shaft 4. Geology the compressive force in the earth's crust that produces recumbent folds and thrust or reverse faults 5. Civil engineering a force exerted in a downwards and outwards direction, as by an arch or rafter, or the horizontal force exerted by retained earth How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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