gushed; gushing; gushes
Definition of gush
(Entry 1 of 2)
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
gush
nounDefinition of gush (Entry 2 of 2)
1a
: a sudden outpouring
b
: something emitted in a gushing forth
2
: an effusive display or outpouring
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The first known use of gush was in the 15th century
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