Definition of Crush
Crush
crush
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to forcefully squeeze or compress something in a way that deforms its shape or otherwise damages it, often causing it to break, or to crumple or crease something;
e.g. A press can be used to crush an object down to a smaller size. You will crush the paper if you hold it so tightly.
(verb)
to subdue or suppress something, especially a rebellion or opposition, often using violent means;
e.g. The government is trying to crush the revolts before they are out of control.
(verb)
to cause someone to feel extremely embarrassed or disappointed;
e.g. The news of the defeat will crush them.
(noun)
(informal) a passing/temporary but intense infatuation with a person, or the object of such an infatuation;
e.g. He has had a crush on him for some months. He wants to talk to his crush but he is nervous.
(noun)
a group of people closely pressed/crowded together,
e.g. There was a crush of people trying to get into the store.
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