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verb
To cut the face of (a hedge) on one side so as to lay bare the principal upright stems of the plants.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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verb
To sail two boats side by side so that neither is in front of the other.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: nautical, transport
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verb
To confront an obstacle directly, by pushing straight into it.
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verb
To confront (someone or something) boldly, or to stand proudly or defiantly.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: broadly
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verb
To move in close, to situate oneself right up against something; to belly up.
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verb
To reinforce or stabilize; to shore up.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: dated
Topics: engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences
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History
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