Definition of Flood
Flood
flood
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
an overflowing rush of something, usually water, so much so that it can't be contained within its confines or bounds;
e.g. Due to the heavy rain, there was a flood in our town.
(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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