Definition of Rush
Rush
Rush


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To move quickly or hurriedly, often in a sudden or urgent manner.

e.g. The ambulance had to rush the patient to the hospital.

(verb)
(of a liquid or air) to flow with great strength or speed;

e.g. Cold water rushes through the creek.

(verb)
to cause to move or act with haste;

e.g. I don't want to rush you into making a decision, so take your time.

(noun)
a sudden and quick movement towards something;

e.g. There was a mad rush to get into stores on Black Friday.

(noun)
a sudden flow, such as of a liquid or air;

e.g. The rush of cold water from the waterfall.

(noun)
an sudden, intense wave of emotion;

e.g. She felt a rush of anger when she learned that she did not get the internship despite working so hard on her application.



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