Meaning of the word "gold rush" in English
What does "gold rush" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
gold rush
US /ˈɡoʊld ˌrʌʃ/
UK /ˈɡəʊld ˌrʌʃ/
Noun
1.
a rapid movement of people to a newly discovered goldfield
Example:
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The California Gold Rush of 1849 attracted thousands of prospectors.
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The Klondike Gold Rush had a significant impact on the development of Alaska and Yukon.
2.
a situation in which many people are trying to get rich quickly from a particular activity
Example:
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The dot-com gold rush of the late 1990s led to many new internet companies.
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There's a new gold rush in the cryptocurrency market.