heaves Get Printable Handwriting (heaves) 1 syllables Learn It! Spelling Test Definition verb. 1 to push up or out with great effort; 2 to throw with great force; 3 to let out loudly; 4 to throw up from one's stomach Example Sentence The sailor heaves the anchor overboard. Synonyms lift; throw with effort; fling; haul Antonyms digging Share with your friends: