Repulse (Verb)
Meaning 1
Cause to move back by force or influence; "repel the enemy"; "push back the urge to smoke"; "beat back the invaders".
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Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
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Meaning 2
Be repellent to; cause aversion in.
Classification
Verbs of feeling.
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Meaning 3
Force or drive back; "repel the attacker"; "fight off the onslaught"; "rebuff the attack".
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.