What part of speech is thrust?

"Thrust" can be several parts of speech, depending on how it's used:

* Verb: This is the most common usage. It means to push or shove something forcefully.

* Example: "He thrust the sword into the enemy's chest."

* Noun: This refers to a forceful push or shove, or a force that propels something forward.

* Example: "The rocket gained thrust from its engines."

* Adjective: This is less common but can describe something that is forcefully pushed or shoved.

* Example: "The door opened with a thrusting motion."