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Meaning of the word force in English

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force

US /fɔːrs/
UK /fɔːrs/
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Noun

1.

strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement

Example:
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He pushed the door with great force.
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The wind blew with tremendous force.
Synonym:
powerstrengthmightenergyvigor
2.

coercion or compulsion, especially with the use or threat of violence

Example:
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The police used force to disperse the crowd.
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He was removed from the premises by force.
Synonym:
coercioncompulsionduresspressureviolence
3.

a group of people organized for a particular purpose, especially military or police

Example:
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The armed forces are ready for deployment.
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He joined the police force last year.
Synonym:
unitbodyorganizationcorpsdepartment

Verb

1.

make (someone) do something by means of physical power or influence

Example:
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They had to force the door open.
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He was forced to resign from his position.
Synonym:
compelobligecoercemakepress
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