surge

²surge

noun

Definition of SURGE

1

: a swelling, rolling, or sweeping forward like that of a wave or series of waves <a surge of interest>

2

a : a large wave or billow : swell b (1) : a series of such swells or billows (2) : the resulting elevation of water level

3

a : a movement (as a slipping or slackening) of a rope or cable b : a sudden jerk or strain caused by such a movement

4

: a transient sudden rise of current or voltage in an electrical circuit

Examples of SURGE

1. The sport is enjoying a surge in popularity.
2. a surge of support for the candidate
3. There was a sudden surge toward the door.
4. There has been a surge of immigrants into the city.

First Known Use of SURGE

1520

Related to SURGE

Synonyms: billow, wave, swell

Related Words: sea(s); surf; breaker, whitecap; comber, curl; riffle, ripple, wavelet; ground swell, roller; tidal wave, tsunami

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