Boost \Boost\ (b[=oo]st), v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Boosted}; p. pr.
   & vb. n. {Boosting}.] [Cf. {Boast}, v. i.]
   To lift or push from behind (one who is endeavoring to
   climb); to push up; hence, to assist in overcoming obstacles,
   or in making advancement. [Colloq. U. S.]
   
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Boost \Boost\ (b[=oo]st), n.
   A push from behind, as to one who is endeavoring to climb;
   help. [Colloq. U. S.]
   
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