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heaving

noun (n)

  • an upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling)(noun.event)
    Example:
    The heaving of waves on a rough sea.
    Synonym:
    heave
    source: wordnet30
  • breathing heavily (as after exertion)(noun.act)
    Synonym:
    panting
    source: wordnet30
  • the act of lifting something with great effort(noun.act)
    source: wordnet30
  • throwing something heavy (with great effort)(noun.act)
    Example:
    He was not good at heaving passes.
    source: wordnet30
  • A lifting or rising; a swell; a panting or deep sighing.(noun)
    source: webster1913
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