pushback

language: en

definitions

  1. noun
    Resistance or opposition to a policy, idea, or action.
    en: Resistance or opposition to a policy, idea, or action.
  2. noun
    The process of moving an aircraft backward from an airport gate using a specialized vehicle.
    en: The process of moving an aircraft backward from an airport gate using a specialized vehicle.

examples

  1. The government faced significant pushback from the public regarding the new tax laws.

    The government faced significant pushback from the public regarding the new tax laws.

  2. The pilot waited for the ground crew to complete the pushback before starting the engines.

    The pilot waited for the ground crew to complete the pushback before starting the engines.