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swoosh

4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for swoosh, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Verb — To move quickly, making a rushing or swirling sound.

Synonyms

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

lap

Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

swish whoosh swosh

How to use swoosh

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

swoosh sound swoosh logo swoosh past

Etymology

An imitative word — it was coined to mimic the sound itself.

Full origin of swoosh →

Frequently asked questions

What does “swoosh” mean?

The word “swoosh” means to move quickly, making a rushing or swirling sound. In plain terms, a quick rushing sound or movement — also the name for a swept, curved logo shape (like the one on Nike trainers).

How do you pronounce “swoosh”?

“Swoosh” is pronounced SWUUSH (/ˈswʊʃ/ in IPA).

How do you use “swoosh” in a sentence?

Here is “swoosh” used in a sentence: “The car swooshed past us on the wet motorway.”

What part of speech is “swoosh”?

Depending on how it is used, “swoosh” can be a verb and a noun.

How many meanings does “swoosh” have?

“Swoosh” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to move quickly, making a rushing or swirling sound.

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