Propel Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (original) (raw)
propel
verb
propels;
propelled;
propelling
propel
/prəˈpɛl/
verb
propels;
propelled;
propelling
Britannica Dictionary definition of PROPEL
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to push or drive (someone or something) forward or in a particular direction
- He grabbed him and propelled him through the door.
- The train is propelled by steam.
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— often used figuratively
- She was propelled [=_motivated_] by greed when she stole the money.
- The album propelled the band to fame.
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— see also jet-propelled