lush
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adjective \ˈləsh\Definition of LUSH
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a : growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage <lush grass> b : lavishly productive: as (1) : fertile (2) : thriving (3) : characterized by abundance : plentiful (4) : prosperous, profitable
2
a : savory, delicious b : appealing to the senses <the lush sounds of the orchestra> c : opulent, sumptuous <lush accommodations>
— lush·ly adverb
— lush·ness noun
See Examples of LUSH
- The frequent rainfall encourages the lush growth of trees, ferns, and shrubs.
- She always wanted to live on a lush Caribbean island.
- The hills are lush with deep, thick grass.
- a lush and fruity wine
Origin of LUSH
Middle English lusch soft, tender
First Known Use: 1610
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nounDefinition of LUSH
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slang : intoxicating liquor : drink
2
: a habitual heavy drinker : drunkard
Examples of LUSH
- He's just an old lush.
- <she accused him of being a lush and a spendthrift>
Origin of LUSH
origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1790
Related to LUSH
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