Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pull
verb
/pʊl/
Definition
To use strength to move something toward oneself or in a specified direction.
Examples
- She decided to pull the door open with all her might.
- The child tried to pull the toy closer to him.
- He had to pull the rope hard to lift the heavy load.
Meaning
The action of applying force to bring something closer or to draw it in.
Synonyms
- draw
- yank
- tow
- haul
