propulsar

Definitions of propulsar
  1. verb
    push forcefully
    synonyms: embestir, empujar, impeler
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    types:
    apuñalar, picar, pinchar
    poke or thrust abruptly
    apuñalar
    stab or pierce
    apretar
    strike or drive against with a heavy impact
    type of:
    apretar, empujar
    move with force, "He pushed the table into a corner"
  2. verb
    make a thrusting forward movement
    synonyms: embestir, empujar, impeler
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    types:
    precipitarse
    move with sudden speed
    type of:
    mover, moverse, trasladar
    move so as to change position, perform a nontranslational motion
  3. verb
    push upward
    synonyms: embestir, empujar, impeler
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    type of:
    sobresalir
    extend out or project in space
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