English Explanatory Dictionary

inrush

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A crowding or flooding in.
  2. The initial flow of electricity into a component when it is switched on.
verb
  1. To rush in.

Pronunciation

/ˈɪnˌɹʌʃ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-inrush.wav /ˌɪnˈɹʌʃ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-inrush2.wav

Word forms

inrush inrushes inrushing inrushed

Etymology

From in- + rush.

Synonyms

surge

Derived words

inrushing
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