kick over
The phrase 'kick over' can describe actions ranging from starting an engine to causing something to fall by kicking it.
Definition
B1General
To make something fall by striking it with the foot.
Example
- He accidentally kicked over the lamp while playing.
C1Social
(informal)To rebel or resist authority.
Example
- The employees decided to kick over the new policy changes.
B2Automotive
(informal)To start up an internal-combustion engine.
Example
- The old truck finally kicked over after a few tries.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "kick over":
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