dash

1 of 2

verb

ˈdash

dashed; dashing; dashes

intransitive verb

: to move with sudden speed

dashed down the hallway

: smash

waves dashing against the rocks

transitive verb

: to break by striking or knocking

angrily dashed the bouquet of flowers against the table

: ruin, destroy

The news dashed his hopes.

: depress, sadden

: to make ashamed

dashed by her scorn

: to complete, execute, or finish off hastily

—used with down or off

dashed down a drinkdash off a letter… he dashed off the book in eight weeks …

Paul Fussell

: to knock, hurl, or thrust violently

dashed water onto his face

a boat that had been dashed against the rocks

: splash, spatter

Her pants were dashed with mud.

: to affect by mixing in something different

His delight was dashed with bitterness.

[euphemism] : damn entry 1 sense 4

Dash it all!

dash

2 of 2

noun

grammar : a punctuation mark — that is used especially to indicate a break in the thought or structure of a sentence

: a stroke of a pen

: a small usually distinctive addition

a dash of salt

a dash of humor

: a sudden onset, rush, or attempt

make a dash for shelter

sports : a short fast race

won the 100-meter dash

: animation in style and action

the verve and dash of her personal writings

automotive vehicles : dashboard sense 2

Put the map on the dash.

: a long click or buzz forming a letter or part of a letter (as in Morse code)

a combination of dots and dashes

: flashy display

really cuts a dash in his new suit

a(1)

: a sudden burst or splash

a dash of rain

(2)

: the sound produced by such a burst

archaic : blow

Example Sentences

Verb I'm sorry, but I must dash. I'm late. She dashed down the hallway to the bathroom. People were dashing inside to get out of the rain. The waves dashed the boat against the rocks. Her hopes of winning a medal were dashed after she broke her leg. Noun We made a dash for the exit. the cavalry officer's dash and enthusiasm inspired his men to follow him into battle See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Verb

His team of four include a yoga teacher, an artist, a carpenter and a gardener, people who can drop the tools of their trade to dash out on a call.

Judith Magyar, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 While actors can dash away for a drink at intermission, comedy doesn’t hide the rest and recuperation.

New York Times, 9 July 2022 Reliever Hector Neris uncorked a wild pitch to the screen that allowed Naylor to dash home for Cleveland’s only run.

Joe Noga, cleveland, 25 May 2022 Robles on Thursday tried to dash home from across town to grab some belongings from her home before the flames closed in.

Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2022 Others were too old or just didn’t want to dash down stairs to basements.

James Marson, WSJ, 13 Mar. 2022 Over the years, the summer menu has expanded — from two new plays to four to the current six — a smorgasbord that over as little as two days compels you to dash from one playhouse to another on the campus of Shepherd University, the festival’s home.

Peter Marks, Washington Post, 15 July 2022 Don’t get caught in slow motion as others dash to the door of innovation.

Robert Hoban, Forbes, 2 May 2022 That would dash the oil and gas industry’s dreams of a blue hydrogen future.

Michael J. Coren, Quartz, 29 Dec. 2021

Noun

Carlin then outfitted the dash with aircraft navigational equipment, added a two-way radio, and hid auxiliary fuel tanks in the bow and rudder.

Darren Orf, Popular Mechanics, 6 Sep. 2022 A few days after the dash in Pamplona, Jack sprinted through Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport to catch Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 heading to Kuala Lumpur.

Timothy Mclaughlin, The Atlantic, 1 Sep. 2022 Any prize that is not purely objective—as, say, the gold medal for the hundred-metre dash is objective—is bound, at some point, to go to some suspect recipients.

David Remnick, The New Yorker, 28 Aug. 2022 Sitting atop the dash in the Touring trim is a new 9-inch touchscreen — the others get a 7-incher.

Tribune News Service, cleveland, 27 Aug. 2022 The overall balance between disparate eras is well executed, thrown off only by the entirely digital dash—the lack of any analog gauges seems a misstep in a vehicle that works so hard to recall some of the marque’s most alluringly analog models.

Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2022 Westslope cutthroat — one of the trout native to the region, identifiable by the dash of red beneath their jaws — have a reputation for being very willing to rise to a dry fly.

Chris Santella, Washington Post, 13 Aug. 2022 The second heat of the 200-meter dash was won by Brianna Lyston of Jamaica, who ran a 22.83.

oregonlive, 4 Aug. 2022 Known for his elite speed on the football field, Kanak ran the 41st best time in the nation in the 100 meter dash during the spring track and field season.

USA TODAY, 1 Aug. 2022 See More

Kids Definition

dash 1 of 2

verb

ˈdash

dashed; dashing

: to knock, hurl, or shove violently

The storm dashed the boat against a reef.

: smash entry 2 sense 1

He dashed the plate to pieces.

: splash entry 1 sense 2

She dashed water on her face.

: ruin entry 1 sense 2

Their hopes were dashed.

: to complete or do hastily

He dashed off a note before leaving.

: to move with sudden speed

The boys dashed up the stairs.

dash

2 of 2

noun

: a sudden burst or splash

a dash of cold water

: a punctuation mark — that is used most often to show a break in the thought or structure of a sentence

: a small amount : touch

Add a dash of salt.

: liveliness in style and action

A scarf adds dash to the outfit.

: a sudden rush or attempt

… Jane made a mad dash for the hall bathroom and yelled, "Home-free-all!"

Judy Blume, Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great

: a short fast race

100-yard dash

: a long click or buzz forming a letter or part of a letter (as in Morse code)

: dashboard

dash 1 of 2

noun

as in vigor

active strength of body or mind the cavalry officer's dash and enthusiasm inspired his men to follow him into battle

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

vigor
energy
juice
pep
gas
zing
drive
punch
verve
brio
vinegar
oomph
bounce
life
zip
dynamism
power
gusto
strength
ginger
vim
spirit
moxie
go
esprit
zeal
vitality
beans
stamina
starch
snap
get-up-and-go
hardihood
muscle
vivacity
sap
spunk
passion
fire
briskness
liveliness
jauntiness
sprightliness
vivaciousness
élan
spunkiness
spiritedness
vibrancy
animation
vibrance
fervor
snappiness
metal
fitness
brawniness
soundness
might
ardor
main
mettle
health
potency
sturdiness
puissance
animal spirits
virility
huskiness
healthiness
hardiness
wellness
verdure

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

lethargy
sluggishness
listlessness
tenderness
laziness
softness
weakness
indolence
faintness
torpidity
feebleness
exhaustion
delicacy
frailty
powerlessness
disablement
impotence
debility
enfeeblement
slightness
infirmity
debilitation
prostration
impotency
inanition
frailness
puniness
enervation

dash

2 of 2

verb

as in to jog

to go at a pace faster than a walk one sprinter dashed to the finish line in record-breaking time

Synonyms & Similar Words

jog
trot
run
speed
sprint
rush
gallop
race
hurry
skip
leap
scamper
trip
zip
scoot
scurry
hustle
bowl
bolt
rocket
spring
scuttle
breeze
lope
hump
barrel
bound
blast
shag
bustle
ram
buzz
tear
zoom
jet
whisk
pelt
blow
cannonball
belt
blaze
course
hurl
rip
bomb
hurtle
hare
hie
whirl
patter
hasten
rustle
careen
canter
shoot
nip
hotfoot (it)
foot (it)
hoof (it)
step (along)
leg (it)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

shuffle
stroll
drag
saunter
amble
poke
lag
crawl
creep
dawdle
linger
tarry
shamble
limp
trudge
plod
lumber
loiter
dillydally
dally
hobble

as in to speed

to proceed or move quickly we dashed about in a panic, trying to get everything organized before the guests were scheduled to arrive

Synonyms & Similar Words

speed
rush
race
drive
scurry
zip
hurry
jump
fly
travel
chase
run
trot
scoot
dart
bowl
buzz
scuttle
bolt
blow
blast
step
hustle
rocket
ram
zoom
breeze
motor
tear
jog
rip
barrel
hump
whirl
bustle
blaze
gallop
whisk
pelt
jet
hurl
highball
cannonball
belt
bundle
shoot
bomb
hurtle
course
hare
hie
rustle
careen
hasten
nip
career
shake a leg
beat it
scamper
sprint
streak
crack (on)
step on it
flit
make tracks
beetle
whiz
scuffle
hotfoot (it)
stampede
get a move on
arrow
whizz
overtake
step out
accelerate
scud
outrun
catch up
beeline
quicken
outpace
outstrip
fast-forward

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

drag
poke
crawl
creep
hang (around or out)
poke
lag
shuffle
linger
dawdle
stroll
saunter
amble
tarry
slow (down or up)
decelerate
plod
lumber
loiter
dillydally
dally

as in to throw

to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm she dashed water in his face in an attempt to wake him up

Synonyms & Similar Words

throw
toss
hurl
fling
fire
bowl
sling
launch
peg
lob
dart
heave
chuck
catapult
pelt
cast
hurtle
flip
pitch
loft
let fly
gun
roll
thrust
hook
pass
propel
rifle
project
precipitate
buck
eject
shoot
impel

as in to splash

to wet or soil by striking with something liquid or mushy our clothes were dashed with the mud of passing cars

Synonyms & Similar Words

splash
splatter
spatter
soak
plash
bespatter
wash
sprinkle
water
drown
saturate
spray
bathe
sop
squirt
drench
steep
souse
slop
impregnate
slush
douse
dowse

as in to sprinkle

to cause (something liquid or mushy) to move along in sheets a sudden jolt dashed the hot coffee onto the driver's lap

Synonyms & Similar Words

splash
sprinkle
slop
swash
spatter
spray
slosh
lap
squirt
wash
dabble
plash
spritz

as in to trouble

to make sad she's always dashed by the failure of her matchmaking efforts

Synonyms & Similar Words

trouble
weigh down
depress
distress
get down
deject
concern
burden
worry
bum (out)
ail
sadden
oppress
disquiet
torment
disturb
bother
discomfort
torture
unsettle
dismay
daunt
exercise
afflict
dispirit
discourage
unhinge
discompose
upset
unnerve
undo
perturb
dishearten
agitate
demoralize
freak (out)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

brighten
console
lighten
comfort
rejoice
buoy
enliven
assure
animate
invigorate
gladden
stimulate
reassure
inspire
cheer (up)
soothe
excite
solace
please
encourage
lift
delight
boost
gratify
elevate
uplift
elate
exhilarate
hearten

单词	dash
释义	dash 1 of 2 verb ˈdash dashed; dashing; dashes intransitive verb 1 : to move with sudden speed dashed down the hallway 2 : smash waves dashing against the rocks transitive verb 1 : to break by striking or knocking angrily dashed the bouquet of flowers against the table 2 a : ruin, destroy The news dashed his hopes. b : depress, sadden c : to make ashamed dashed by her scorn 3 : to complete, execute, or finish off hastily —used with down or off dashed down a drinkdash off a letter… he dashed off the book in eight weeks … Paul Fussell 4 : to knock, hurl, or thrust violently dashed water onto his face a boat that had been dashed against the rocks 5 : splash, spatter Her pants were dashed with mud. 6 : to affect by mixing in something different His delight was dashed with bitterness. 7 [euphemism] : damn entry 1 sense 4 Dash it all! dash 2 of 2 noun 1 a grammar : a punctuation mark — that is used especially to indicate a break in the thought or structure of a sentence b : a stroke of a pen 2 : a small usually distinctive addition a dash of salt a dash of humor 3 a : a sudden onset, rush, or attempt make a dash for shelter b sports : a short fast race won the 100-meter dash 4 : animation in style and action the verve and dash of her personal writings 5 automotive vehicles : dashboard sense 2 Put the map on the dash. 6 : a long click or buzz forming a letter or part of a letter (as in Morse code) a combination of dots and dashes 7 : flashy display really cuts a dash in his new suit 8 a(1) : a sudden burst or splash a dash of rain (2) : the sound produced by such a burst b archaic : blow Synonyms Verb gallop jog run scamper sprint trip trot Noun beans bounce brio drive dynamism energy esprit gas get-up-and-go ginger go gusto hardihood juice life moxie oomph pep punch sap snap starch verve vigor vim vinegar vitality zing zip See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Verb I'm sorry, but I must dash. I'm late. She dashed down the hallway to the bathroom. People were dashing inside to get out of the rain. The waves dashed the boat against the rocks. Her hopes of winning a medal were dashed after she broke her leg. Noun We made a dash for the exit. the cavalry officer's dash and enthusiasm inspired his men to follow him into battle See More Recent Examples on the Web Verb His team of four include a yoga teacher, an artist, a carpenter and a gardener, people who can drop the tools of their trade to dash out on a call. Judith Magyar, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 While actors can dash away for a drink at intermission, comedy doesn’t hide the rest and recuperation. New York Times, 9 July 2022 Reliever Hector Neris uncorked a wild pitch to the screen that allowed Naylor to dash home for Cleveland’s only run. Joe Noga, cleveland, 25 May 2022 Robles on Thursday tried to dash home from across town to grab some belongings from her home before the flames closed in. Washington Post, 19 Mar. 2022 Others were too old or just didn’t want to dash down stairs to basements. James Marson, WSJ, 13 Mar. 2022 Over the years, the summer menu has expanded — from two new plays to four to the current six — a smorgasbord that over as little as two days compels you to dash from one playhouse to another on the campus of Shepherd University, the festival’s home. Peter Marks, Washington Post, 15 July 2022 Don’t get caught in slow motion as others dash to the door of innovation. Robert Hoban, Forbes, 2 May 2022 That would dash the oil and gas industry’s dreams of a blue hydrogen future. Michael J. Coren, Quartz, 29 Dec. 2021 Noun Carlin then outfitted the dash with aircraft navigational equipment, added a two-way radio, and hid auxiliary fuel tanks in the bow and rudder. Darren Orf, Popular Mechanics, 6 Sep. 2022 A few days after the dash in Pamplona, Jack sprinted through Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport to catch Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 heading to Kuala Lumpur. Timothy Mclaughlin, The Atlantic, 1 Sep. 2022 Any prize that is not purely objective—as, say, the gold medal for the hundred-metre dash is objective—is bound, at some point, to go to some suspect recipients. David Remnick, The New Yorker, 28 Aug. 2022 Sitting atop the dash in the Touring trim is a new 9-inch touchscreen — the others get a 7-incher. Tribune News Service, cleveland, 27 Aug. 2022 The overall balance between disparate eras is well executed, thrown off only by the entirely digital dash—the lack of any analog gauges seems a misstep in a vehicle that works so hard to recall some of the marque’s most alluringly analog models. Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2022 Westslope cutthroat — one of the trout native to the region, identifiable by the dash of red beneath their jaws — have a reputation for being very willing to rise to a dry fly. Chris Santella, Washington Post, 13 Aug. 2022 The second heat of the 200-meter dash was won by Brianna Lyston of Jamaica, who ran a 22.83. oregonlive, 4 Aug. 2022 Known for his elite speed on the football field, Kanak ran the 41st best time in the nation in the 100 meter dash during the spring track and field season. USA TODAY, 1 Aug. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Verb and Noun Middle English dasshen, probably from Middle French dachier to impel forward First Known Use Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1 Noun 14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 8b Phrases Containing dash cut a dash dash it (all) make a dash for mad dash dash off dash cam swung dash cut a dash dash it (all) make a dash for mad dash dash off dash cam swung dash See More Kids Definition dash 1 of 2 verb ˈdash dashed; dashing 1 : to knock, hurl, or shove violently The storm dashed the boat against a reef. 2 : smash entry 2 sense 1 He dashed the plate to pieces. 3 : splash entry 1 sense 2 She dashed water on her face. 4 : ruin entry 1 sense 2 Their hopes were dashed. 5 : to complete or do hastily He dashed off a note before leaving. 6 : to move with sudden speed The boys dashed up the stairs. dash 2 of 2 noun 1 : a sudden burst or splash a dash of cold water 2 : a punctuation mark — that is used most often to show a break in the thought or structure of a sentence 3 : a small amount : touch Add a dash of salt. 4 : liveliness in style and action A scarf adds dash to the outfit. 5 : a sudden rush or attempt … Jane made a mad dash for the hall bathroom and yelled, "Home-free-all!" Judy Blume, Otherwise Known as Sheila the Great 6 : a short fast race 100-yard dash 7 : a long click or buzz forming a letter or part of a letter (as in Morse code) 8 : dashboard Medical Definition DASH noun ˈdash : a diet that is designed to lower blood pressure and emphasizes the consumption of fruit, vegetables, grains, and low-fat or non-fat dairy products History and Etymology for dash dietary approaches to stop hypertension dash 1 of 2 noun as in vigor active strength of body or mind the cavalry officer's dash and enthusiasm inspired his men to follow him into battle Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance vigor energy juice pep gas zing drive punch verve brio vinegar oomph bounce life zip dynamism power gusto strength ginger vim spirit moxie go esprit zeal vitality beans stamina starch snap get-up-and-go hardihood muscle vivacity sap spunk passion fire briskness liveliness jauntiness sprightliness vivaciousness élan spunkiness spiritedness vibrancy animation vibrance fervor snappiness metal fitness brawniness soundness might ardor main mettle health potency sturdiness puissance animal spirits virility huskiness healthiness hardiness wellness verdure Antonyms & Near Antonyms lethargy sluggishness listlessness tenderness laziness softness weakness indolence faintness torpidity feebleness exhaustion delicacy frailty powerlessness disablement impotence debility enfeeblement slightness infirmity debilitation prostration impotency inanition frailness puniness enervation See More dash 2 of 2 verb 1 as in to jog to go at a pace faster than a walk one sprinter dashed to the finish line in record-breaking time Synonyms & Similar Words jog trot run speed sprint rush gallop race hurry skip leap scamper trip zip scoot scurry hustle bowl bolt rocket spring scuttle breeze lope hump barrel bound blast shag bustle ram buzz tear zoom jet whisk pelt blow cannonball belt blaze course hurl rip bomb hurtle hare hie whirl patter hasten rustle careen canter shoot nip hotfoot (it) foot (it) hoof (it) step (along) leg (it) Antonyms & Near Antonyms shuffle stroll drag saunter amble poke lag crawl creep dawdle linger tarry shamble limp trudge plod lumber loiter dillydally dally hobble See More 2 as in to speed to proceed or move quickly we dashed about in a panic, trying to get everything organized before the guests were scheduled to arrive Synonyms & Similar Words speed rush race drive scurry zip hurry jump fly travel chase run trot scoot dart bowl buzz scuttle bolt blow blast step hustle rocket ram zoom breeze motor tear jog rip barrel hump whirl bustle blaze gallop whisk pelt jet hurl highball cannonball belt bundle shoot bomb hurtle course hare hie rustle careen hasten nip career shake a leg beat it scamper sprint streak crack (on) step on it flit make tracks beetle whiz scuffle hotfoot (it) stampede get a move on arrow whizz overtake step out accelerate scud outrun catch up beeline quicken outpace outstrip fast-forward Antonyms & Near Antonyms drag poke crawl creep hang (around or out) poke lag shuffle linger dawdle stroll saunter amble tarry slow (down or up) decelerate plod lumber loiter dillydally dally See More 3 as in to throw to send through the air especially with a quick forward motion of the arm she dashed water in his face in an attempt to wake him up Synonyms & Similar Words throw toss hurl fling fire bowl sling launch peg lob dart heave chuck catapult pelt cast hurtle flip pitch loft let fly gun roll thrust hook pass propel rifle project precipitate buck eject shoot impel 4 as in to splash to wet or soil by striking with something liquid or mushy our clothes were dashed with the mud of passing cars Synonyms & Similar Words splash splatter spatter soak plash bespatter wash sprinkle water drown saturate spray bathe sop squirt drench steep souse slop impregnate slush douse dowse 5 as in to sprinkle to cause (something liquid or mushy) to move along in sheets a sudden jolt dashed the hot coffee onto the driver's lap Synonyms & Similar Words splash sprinkle slop swash spatter spray slosh lap squirt wash dabble plash spritz 6 as in to trouble to make sad she's always dashed by the failure of her matchmaking efforts Synonyms & Similar Words trouble weigh down depress distress get down deject concern burden worry bum (out) ail sadden oppress disquiet torment disturb bother discomfort torture unsettle dismay daunt exercise afflict dispirit discourage unhinge discompose upset unnerve undo perturb dishearten agitate demoralize freak (out) Antonyms & Near Antonyms brighten console lighten comfort rejoice buoy enliven assure animate invigorate gladden stimulate reassure inspire cheer (up) soothe excite solace please encourage lift delight boost gratify elevate uplift elate exhilarate hearten See More
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