Definitions

from The Century Dictionary.

  • noun A strut; a bar which transmits a thrust or pushing force. See push-block.

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Examples

  • Isobel shoved open the push-bar door with her hip.

    Nevermore Kelly Creagh 2010

  • Isobel shoved open the push-bar door with her hip.

    Nevermore Kelly Creagh 2010

  • Isobel shoved open the push-bar door with her hip.

    Nevermore Kelly Creagh 2010

  • Marge leaned in behind him, one hand on the push-bar of the wheelchair, one hand holding the umbrella above them.

    Poppies and Ghosts « A Fly in Amber 2007

  • Straight ahead, the hallway continued to the steel rear door, which had a push-bar handle and a small square window inlaid with security mesh.

    Monolith John Passarella 2004

  • Straight ahead, the hallway continued to the steel rear door, which had a push-bar handle and a small square window inlaid with security mesh.

    Monolith John Passarella 2004

  • Keep Out 'and one, opening outwards with a push-bar, marked' Backlot '.

    Come To Grief Francis, Dick 1995

  • Keep Out 'and one, opening outwards with a push-bar, marked' Backlot '.

    Come To Grief Francis, Dick 1995

  • Excellent condition, used only a few times. includes Sideboards, operator's seat, push-bar

    craigslist | all for sale / wanted in los angeles webmaster@craigslist.org 2010

  • The push-bar is what the parents hold on to and it reaches high enough for you to comfortably push them around, which is perfect if you plan on using it on walks outside.

    Little Tikes | Toys, Slides, Climbers, Kitchens, Playhouses 2009

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