flush

flush · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To cleanse by sending a flow of water or other liquid through.

  2. 2.

    To become red in the face, especially from embarrassment, heat, or emotion.

  3. 3.

    To drive out from a hiding place.

  4. 4.

    (as noun) A reddening of the face or skin.

  5. 5.

    (as adjective) Level or aligned with another surface.

  6. 6.

    (as noun, poker) A hand of cards all of the same suit.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    flush with success — feeling elated after achievement
  • •
    flush out — to force out of hiding
  • •
    in the first flush of — in the early excitement of

Related words

Antonyms: clog, pale
See also: blush, flushed, flushing
Synonyms: blush, redden, rinse

Etymology

From Middle English flusshen ("to fly up suddenly"), possibly imitative of the sound of wings.