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swoosh

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swoosh

  [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; imit.
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Nike Official Store
Find Nike shoes, gear, and online only exclusives at Nike.com.
www.Nike.com
Skoosh Hotel Bookings
Book Tried and Tested Hotels. Online hotel reviews and bookings.
www.skoosh.com
swoosh   (swŏŏsh, swōōsh)   
v.   swooshed, swoosh·ing, swoosh·es

v.   intr.

  1. To move with or make a rushing sound.

  2. To flow or swirl copiously.

v.   tr.
To cause to move with or make a rushing or swirling sound.

[Imitative.]
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
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Word Origin & History

swoosh 
1867, imitative of the sound intended. The Nike corporate logo so called from 1989.
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2001 Douglas Harper
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