Definition of Flood
Flood
Flood


Definition/Meaning
(noun)
A large amount of water covering an area, often causing damage.

e.g. The heavy rain caused a flood in the city's downtown area.

(verb)
to completely overflow or crowd with something, to the point of being overwhelming;

e.g. People are going to flood into the stores when they open after being closed for so long.

(noun)
an overwhelming rush of emotion or tears;

e.g. She burst into a flood of tears when she heard that her dog was stolen.

(verb)
to cover or overflow with water;

e.g. The heavy rain has started to flood our small town, and we are trapped.



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