kick
//kɪk//
Verb
To strike or hit with the foot or leg.
He kicked the ball into the goal.
To move or propel something by striking it with the foot.
He kicked the ball into the goal.
To extend the leg forcefully, as in swimming or fighting.
She kicked her legs to stay afloat in the water.
To recoil or jerk back suddenly, as a gun when fired.
The rifle kicked hard when he fired it.
To give up or stop doing something, especially a habit or addiction.
He finally kicked his smoking habit after 20 years.
Noun
A blow or strike with the foot or leg.
He gave the ball a powerful kick.
A sudden forceful movement or thrust with the leg.
He gave the ball a powerful kick.
A feeling of excitement or pleasure; a thrill.
I get a kick out of riding my motorcycle fast.
The recoil of a gun when fired.
The kick from the rifle bruised his shoulder.
Power, strength, or effectiveness.
This coffee has a real kick to it.