English dictionary
swash
/sw/A//S/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Soft, like fruit too ripe; swashy.
Source: webster1913
noun
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the movement or sound of water
ExamplesThe swash of waves on the beach.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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An oval figure, whose moldings are oblique to the axis of the work.
Source: webster1913
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Impulse of water flowing with violence; a dashing or splashing of water.
Source: webster1913
verb
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make violent, noisy movements
Source: WordNet 3.0
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dash a liquid upon or against
Source: WordNet 3.0
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show off
Source: WordNet 3.0
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act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To dash or flow noisily, as water; to splash; as, water <i>swashing</i> on a shallow place.
Source: webster1913