deluge
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noun \ˈdel-ˌyüj, -ˌyüzh; ÷də-ˈlüj, ˈdā-ˌlüj\Definition of DELUGE
1
a : an overflowing of the land by water b : a drenching rain
2
: an overwhelming amount or number <received a deluge of offers>
See Examples of DELUGE
- The deluge caused severe mudslides.
- <a deluge of thanks and appreciation for the returning troops>
Origin of DELUGE
Middle English, from Anglo-French deluje, from Latin diluvium, from diluere to wash away, from dis- + lavere to wash — more at lye
First Known Use: 14th century
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Rhymes with DELUGE
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transitive verbdel·ugeddel·ug·ing
Definition of DELUGE
1
: to overflow with water : inundate
Examples of DELUGE
- Heavy rains deluged the region.
- <deluged with requests for help>
First Known Use of DELUGE
1593
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