swoosh
[ swoo sh ]
/ swʊʃ /
verb (used without object)
to move with or make a rustling, swirling, or brushing sound.
to pour out swiftly.
verb (used with object)
to cause to make or move with a rustling, swirling, or brushing sound.
noun
a swirling or rustling sound or movement.
Origin of swoosh
First recorded in 1865–70; imitative
Words nearby swoosh
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British Dictionary definitions for swoosh
swoosh
/ (swʊʃ) /
verb
to make or cause to make a rustling or swirling sound, esp when moving or pouring out
noun
a swirling or rustling sound or movement
Word Origin for swoosh
C20: of imitative origin (probably influenced by
swish and
swoop)