Meaning of the word swash in English
What does swash mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
swash
US /swɑːʃ/
UK /swɒʃ/
Noun
the rush of seawater up the beach after the breaking of a wave
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The gentle swash of the waves lulled her to sleep.
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The swash zone is the part of the beach where waves wash up.
Verb
to wash or flow with a splashing sound
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The water swashed against the side of the boat.
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Rain swashed against the window panes.