deutschdictionary
verb
(TO DRIVE AWAY OR FORCE BACK)
The strong chemical repels insects. - Die starke Chemikalie stößt Insekten ab.
(TO DRIVE BACK OR REPEL AN ATTACK)
The soldiers were able to repulse the attack. - Die Soldaten konnten den Angriff abstoßen.
(TO EXCHANGE GOODS FOR MONEY)
They had to sell their car. - Sie haben ihr Auto abstoßen müssen.