What is a push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb; help. [Colloq. U. S.] called?
boost — A push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb; help. [Colloq. U. S.]. (Webster's 1913.)
Sources
- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913 edition (public domain, via GCIDE / Project Gutenberg).
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