Meaning of the word pull in English

What does pull mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

pull

US /pʊl/

UK /pʊl/

Verb

exert force on (someone or something) so as to cause movement toward oneself or the source of the force

Example:

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She tried to pull the heavy door open.

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The dog kept pulling on its leash.

Synonym:

drag tug haul tow yank

Antonym:

push

remove (something) from a place or position

Example:

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He managed to pull a splinter from his finger.

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The dentist had to pull out a tooth.

Synonym:

extract withdraw remove take out

attract (someone) or draw (something) toward oneself or itself

Example:

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The new exhibit is sure to pull in a large crowd.

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His charisma always seems to pull people towards him.

Synonym:

attract draw lure entice beckon

Noun

an act of pulling something

Example:

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Give the rope a strong pull.

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He felt a sudden pull on his arm.

Synonym:

tug yank jerk heave

Antonym:

push

the power or ability to attract or influence people

Example:

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The celebrity has a lot of pull with the younger generation.

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He used his political pull to get the project approved.

Synonym:

influence sway clout leverage power

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