antithrust

English

Alternative forms

  • anti-thrust

Etymology

From anti- +‎ thrust.

Adjective

antithrust (not comparable)

  1. That resists the effects of a thrust
    An antithrust plate is a flat plate that is fitted to the external face of a door, overlapping the edge and covering the gap between the door and frame to prevent someone using an implement to tamper with the latch or bolt.

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