Heaves — synonyms, definition

1. heaves (Noun)

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heaves (Noun) — A chronic emphysema of the horse that causes difficult expiration and heaving of the flanks. ex. "a bad case of the heaves"

heaves (Noun) — An upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling). ex. "the heave of waves on a rough sea"

heaves (Noun) — (geology) a horizontal dislocation.

heaves (Noun) — The act of lifting something with great effort.

heaves (Noun) — An involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting. ex. "a bad case of the heaves"

heaves (Noun) — The act of raising something.

heaves (Noun) — Throwing something heavy (with great effort). ex. "he gave it a mighty heave"

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2. heaves (Verb)

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heaves (Verb) — Utter a sound, as with obvious effort. ex. "She heaved a deep sigh when she saw the list of things to do"

heaves (Verb) — Throw with great effort.

heaves (Verb) — Rise and move, as in waves or billows. ex. "The army heaved forward"

heaves (Verb) — Lift or elevate.

heaves (Verb) — Move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position.

heaves (Verb) — Breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted.

heaves (Verb) — Bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat.

heaves (Verb) — Make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit.

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