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Boost
Open directlyWebster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 1 of 2
Part of speech: noun (n.)
A push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb; help. [Colloq. U. S.]
Webster's 1828 Dictionary · 1828 2 of 2
Part of speech: verb (v.)
To lift or push from behind (one who is endeavoring to climb); to push up; hence, to assist in overcoming obstacles, or in making advancement. [Colloq. U. S.]