Pronunciations (2)
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/ˈɪnˌɹʌʃ/
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/ˌɪnˈɹʌʃ/
Noun
A crowding or flooding in.
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As we swung around, the full force of the current caught us and drove the stern against the rocks; there was a thud which sent a tremor through the whole craft, and then a moment of nasty grinding as the steel hull scraped the rock wall. I expected momentarily the inrush of waters that would seal our doom; but presently from below came the welcome word that all was well.
We found Pop Glossop in his pantry polishing silver, and put in our order. He seemed a little surprised at the inrush of such a multitude, but on learning that our tongues were hanging out obliged with a bottle of the best […]
The initial flow of electricity into a component when it is switched on.
Verb
To rush in.
Usage- Obsolete
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The Ocean, ready to inrush upon them.
Noun
an inflow
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an inpouring of spiritual comfort