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Definition dash in British English

dash verb

verb
/dæʃ/
1

to run or go somewhere very quickly because you are in a hurry

Example

I dashed out into the street, still in my pyjamas.

Example

Maria came dashing down the stairs.

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2

to throw or hit something very violently onto a surface, usually so that it breaks

Example

He picked up a glass and dashed it against the wall.

Example

In a fit of rage James had dashed the priceless vase to the ground.

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2.1

if water dashes against something, it hits it violently

Example

Huge waves dashed against the side of the boat.

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Definition dash in British English