swoosh
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verb (used without object)
1.
to move with or make a rustling, swirling, or brushing sound.
2.
to pour out swiftly.
verb (used with object)
3.
to cause to make or move with a rustling, swirling, or brushing sound.
noun
4.
a swirling or rustling sound or movement.
Origin:
1865–70; imitative
1865–70; imitative
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| —vb | |
| 1. | to make or cause to make a rustling or swirling sound, esp when moving or pouring out |
| —n | |
| 2. | a swirling or rustling sound or movement |
| [C20: of imitative origin (probably influenced by | |
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Swoosh
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Etymonline
Word Origin & History
swoosh
1867, imitative of the sound intended. The Nike corporate logo so called from 1989.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper
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Example sentences
At the same time, the skunk works aims to drag the beleaguered swoosh into the digital age.
In between the dorsal fin and the peduncle is a grey swoosh known as the saddle patch.
Get too close to the water, and one of your siblings disappears in a swoosh of muddy foam.
Now it wants to stamp a swoosh on your conscience too.
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