Bear Down (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (intr, adverb; often foll by on or upon)
  1. to press or weigh down
  2. to approach in a determined or threatening manner
  3. (of a vessel) to make an approach (to another vessel, obstacle, etc) from windward
  4. (of a woman during childbirth) to exert a voluntary muscular pressure to assist delivery
Bear Down (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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