Definition of the word bulldoze

The word "bulldoze" has its origins in the early 20th century in the United States. It is believed to have been coined by construction workers who used bulldozers, a type of heavy equipment used for excavation and land clearing. During the 1920s and 1930s, bulldozers were becoming increasingly common on construction sites, particularly during the construction of highways, dams, and other large infrastructure projects. Workers who operated these machines were referred to as "bulldozer drivers" or "bulldozers." Over time, the term "bulldoze" began to be used figuratively to describe the act of aggressively pushing or forcing one's way through a crowd, obstacle, or opposition. This usage was likely influenced by the image of a bulldozer plowing through dirt and debris. By the mid-20th century, the word "bulldoze" had become a common part of American vocabulary.