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To flow forth suddenly in great volume: water gushing from a hydrant.
(verb-intransitive)
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To emit a sudden and abundant flow, as of tears.
(verb-intransitive)
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To make an excessive display of sentiment or enthusiasm: gushed over the baby.
(verb-intransitive)
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To emit abundantly; pour forth.
(verb-transitive)
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A sudden copious outflow: a gush of tears.
(noun)
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