gush

²gush

noun

Definition of GUSH

1

a : a sudden outpouring b : something emitted in a gushing forth

2

: an effusive display or outpouring

Examples of GUSH

1. A gush of oil came out of the well.
2. <the dam burst with a stupendous gush of water>

First Known Use of GUSH

circa 1682

Related to GUSH

Synonyms: exodus, outflow, outpour, outpouring

Antonyms: flux, inflow, influx, inrush

Related Words: drain, flow; ebb, reflow, reflux; rush, stampede; diaspora, emigration, flight; discharge, effluence, emanation, emission

Near Antonyms: deluge, flood, inundation, overflow, spate, torrent; river, stream, tide

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