heaves
Definitions
Noun
- A chronic emphysema of the horse that causes difficult expiration and heaving of the flanks
- An upward movement (especially a rhythmical rising and falling)
- (geology) a horizontal dislocation
- The act of lifting something with great effort
- An involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting
- The act of raising something
- Throwing something heavy (with great effort)
Verb
- Utter a sound, as with obvious effort
- Throw with great effort
- Rise and move, as in waves or billows
- Lift or elevate
- Move or cause to move in a specified way, direction, or position
- Breathe noisily, as when one is exhausted
- Bend out of shape, as under pressure or from heat
- Make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit
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Term
Definitions: 15
Fragments: 2
Sound Alikes: 4
Spelled Like: 20
Words that Follow: 0
Words that Precede: 0
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This Word in the News:
The NBA’s heaves rule is working as intended & Here’s why the players love it
Dec 4, 2025 PHNX Sports
Dec 4, 2025 PHNX Sports
Huron Shores warns drivers as frost heaves and road boils appear on municipal roads
Mar 15, 2026 ElliotLakeToday.com
Mar 15, 2026 ElliotLakeToday.com
NBA’s new long-range heave rule might bring more excitement for fans
Sep 12, 2025 The New York Times
Sep 12, 2025 The New York Times

