kicking

(noun) a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics. Synonyms: kick. Examples: "The kick must be synchronized with the arm movements." "The swimmer's kicking left a wake behind him."

(noun) the act of delivering a blow with the foot. Synonyms: kick, boot. Examples: "He gave the ball a powerful kick." "The team's kicking was excellent."

(verb) drive or propel with the foot. Synonyms: kick.

(verb) thrash about or strike out with the feet. Synonyms: kick.

(verb) strike with the foot. Synonyms: kick. Examples: "The boy kicked the dog." "Kick the door down."

(verb) kick a leg up. Synonyms: kick.

(verb) spring back, as from a forceful thrust. Synonyms: kick back, recoil, kick. Example: "The gun kicked back into my shoulder."

(verb) stop consuming. Synonyms: kick, give up. Examples: "Kick a habit." "Give up alcohol."

(verb) make a goal. Synonyms: kick. Example: "He kicked the extra point after touchdown."

(verb) express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness. Synonyms: complain, kick, plain, sound off, quetch, kvetch. Examples: "My mother complains all day." "She has a lot to kick about."