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heave

|heave|

B2

/hiːv/

lifting with effort

Etymology
Etymology Information

'heave' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hebban,' where 'hebban' meant 'to lift or raise.'

Historical Evolution

'hebban' transformed into the Middle English word 'heven,' and eventually became the modern English word 'heave.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to lift or raise,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an act of heaving, especially a strong pull or lift.

With a great heave, they pulled the car out of the ditch.

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Verb 1

to lift or haul something heavy with great effort.

He heaved the heavy box onto the table.

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Verb 2

to rise and fall rhythmically or spasmodically.

The ship heaved on the rough sea.

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Last updated: 2025/02/01 23:21