shove

Pronunciation: /ʃʌv/ (IPA), shuhv (American)

Origin: Old English scūfan, of Germanic origin; related to Dutch schuiven and German schieben

Part of Speech: verb, noun

Meanings:

1. (verb) To push roughly or forcefully, especially with the hands or shoulders
2. (verb) To move or put something in a forceful or careless way
3. (noun) An act of pushing someone or something roughly

Example Sentences:

1. He shoved his way through the crowded room.
2. She angrily shoved the papers into her bag.
3. With a strong shove, the door finally opened.

Related Words:

• Different forms: shoves, shoved, shoving
• Synonyms: push, thrust, propel, jostle, force

Memorization Trick: Think of "shove" as a more forceful version of "move." Both words rhyme, but "shove" implies a rougher action. Imagine someone yelling "SHOVE!" in a crowded place, emphasizing the forceful nature of the action.