Definition (noun) an upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling)
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the heaving of waves on a rough sea
Definition (noun) (geology) a horizontal dislocation
Definition (noun) the act of lifting something with great effort
Definition (noun) an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting
Definition (noun) the act of raising something
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he responded with a lift of his eyebrow
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fireman learn several different raises for getting ladders up
Definition (noun) throwing something heavy (with great effort)
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he gave it a mighty heave
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he was not good at heaving passes
Definition (verb) utter a sound, as with obvious effort
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She heaved a deep sigh when she saw the list of things to do
Definition (verb) throw with great effort
Definition (verb) rise and move, as in waves or billows
Definition (verb) lift or elevate
Definition (verb) move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position
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The vessel hove into sight
Definition (verb) breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
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The runners reached the finish line, panting heavily
Definition (verb) bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
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The highway buckled during the heat wave
Definition (verb) make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit