flushing

flush-ing · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The act of cleansing with a flow of water or other liquid.

  2. 2.

    The reddening of the face or skin.

  3. 3.

    (as present participle) Currently turning red or being cleansed with water.

Related words

See also: blushing, flush, flushed
Synonyms: blushing, reddening, rinsing

Etymology

From Middle English flusshen ("to fly up suddenly, flow") + -ing (present participle/gerund suffix).