n.
1.the act of delivering a blow with the foot
2.the swift release of a store of affective force
3.the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired
4.informal terms for objecting
5.the sudden stimulation provided by strong drink (or certain drugs)
6.a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics kick v.
1.drive or propel with the foot
2.thrash about or strike out with the feet
3.strike with the foot
4.kick a leg up
5.spring back, as from a forceful thrust
6.stop consuming
7.make a goal
8.express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
Idiom of the Day
beat around the bush
to avoid discussing something directly, to speak indirectly, to evade an issue
"Stop beating around the bush and give us your final decision."