Støting

Støting is a Norwegian term that can refer to several related concepts, primarily concerning a physical action of pushing or shoving. In a general sense, it describes the act of applying force to move something or someone away. This can range from a gentle push to a forceful shove. The context in which støting is used is crucial for understanding its precise meaning.

In sports, particularly weightlifting, "støting" specifically refers to the clean and jerk, one of the two main lifts in Olympic weightlifting. This lift involves two distinct movements: first, the "støt" (clean) where the weight is lifted from the floor to the shoulders, and second, the "rykk" (jerk) where the weight is then propelled overhead. The term "støting" encompasses the entirety of this complex two-part lift.

Beyond sports, "støting" can also describe the act of bumping into something or someone unintentionally, a minor collision. It can also imply a more deliberate, though not necessarily aggressive, pushing motion, such as nudging an object to get it out of the way. The nuances of the word often depend on the surrounding vocabulary and the situation being described, highlighting its versatile application in the Norwegian language.