Lurch ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Lurch ( verb )

1. To move or cause to move with a sudden jerking or pitching motion.
2. To sway or totter unsteadily.

Origin:

Mid 16th century (as a noun denoting a sudden roll or sway of a ship): of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. The boat lurched in the rough seas.
2. The car lurched forward as the driver hit the gas.
3. The train lurched to a stop at the station.
4. He lurched forward, almost falling over.
5. The horse lurched, throwing the rider off.

(As a noun)

Lurch ( noun )

1. To move or cause to move with a sudden jerking or pitching motion.
2. To sway or totter unsteadily.

Origin:

Mid 16th century (as a noun denoting a sudden roll or sway of a ship): of unknown origin.

Examples:

1. The boat lurched in the rough seas.
2. The car lurched forward as the driver hit the gas.
3. The train lurched to a stop at the station.
4. He lurched forward, almost falling over.
5. The horse lurched, throwing the rider off.