gush
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verb \ˈgəsh\Definition of GUSH
intransitive verb
1
: to issue copiously or violently
2
: to emit a sudden copious flow
3
: to make an effusive display of affection or enthusiasm <an aunt gushing over the baby>
transitive verb
1
: to emit in a copious free flow
2
: to say or write effusively
— gush·ing·ly \ˈgə-shiŋ-lē\ adverb
Examples of GUSH
- Oil gushed from the well.
- Blood gushed from the wound.
- I'm tired of hearing her gush about her boyfriend.
- Everyone has been gushing over the baby.
- “Oh, your baby is so cute!” they gushed.
Origin of GUSH
Middle English guschen
First Known Use: 15th century
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