Meaning of the word stampede in English
What does stampede mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stampede
US /stæmˈpiːd/
UK /stæmˈpiːd/
Noun
1.
a sudden panicked rush of a mass of animals (especially horses or cattle)
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The cattle were spooked and began a wild stampede.
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We heard the distant rumble of a buffalo stampede.
2.
a sudden rush of people in a particular direction
Example:
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There was a stampede for the exits when the fire alarm went off.
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The concert tickets caused a stampede at the box office.
Verb
to cause animals or people to rush in a sudden, panicked mass
Example:
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The sudden noise could stampede the horses.
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The rumors of a sale might stampede shoppers into the store.