What does KICKS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Kicks is a verb and a noun.

Definitions:

As a verb, kicks means to strike or hit with the foot. As a noun, kicks refer to an instance of striking something with the foot or a sudden exciting experience.

Pronunciations:

US: /kɪks/

UK: /kɪks/

Origin and Usage:

The word "kicks" originated from the Old Norse word "kikna" which means "to bend backwards". The verb form of "kicks" has been in use since the 14th century, while the noun form has been in use since the 19th century. It is commonly used in both British and American English.

Synonyms:

As a verb: boot, strike, hit, punt, thump. As a noun: excitement, thrill, pleasure, buzz, sensation.

Related Words:

Click, quick, trick, stick, flick.

Example Sentences:

As a verb: She kicks the ball with her left foot. He kicked the door open. They kicked the can down the road.

As a noun: He got a kick out of the rollercoaster ride. The concert was a real kick. She gets her kicks from bungee jumping.