Crush
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /kɹʌʃ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Crush is a noun meaning A violent collision or compression; a crash; destruction; ruin.
Meaning
A violent collision or compression; a crash; destruction; ruin.
More Meanings
- Violent pressure, as of a moving crowd.
- A violent crowding.
- A crowd that produces uncomfortable pressure.
- A crowd control barrier.
- A drink made by squeezing the juice out of fruit.
- (informal) An infatuation with somebody one is not dating.
- (slang) A group or gang.
Example Sentences
a crush at a reception
"Look," said Crabbe, warm orange crush in his hand.
Two months ago I went to a crush at Lady Brandon's.
I've had a huge crush on her since we met many years ago.
Word Forms
- crushes
- crushing
- crushed
Synonyms for crush
Depending on context, synonyms include squash, pulverize, pulverise, overtake, ace, kill.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include trounce, squeeze, beat, press, mash, crunch.
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