Synonyms for pull
35 synonyms found - words and phrases with similiar meaning. Definitionverb
- strip of feathers
- perform an act, usually with a negative connotation
- remove, usually with some force or effort; also used in an abstract sense
- direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
- bring, take, or pull out of a container or from under a cover
- take sides with; align oneself with; show strong sympathy for
- tear or be torn violently
- cause to move in a certain direction by exerting a force upon, either physically or in an abstract sense
- cause to move by pulling
- strain abnormally
- apply force so as to cause motion towards the source of the motion
- hit in the direction that the player is facing when carrying through the swing
- move into a certain direction
- operate when rowing a boat
- rein in to keep from winning a race
- steer into a certain direction
- take away
noun
- a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
- special advantage or influence
- a slow inhalation (as of tobacco smoke)
- the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you
- a device used for pulling something
- a sustained effort
- the force used in pulling