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Definition swamp in British English

swamp verb

[transitive] verb
/swɒmp/
1

to give someone too much to deal with at one time

Example

Online bookshops were swamped with orders during the pre-Christmas rush.

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2

to enter somewhere, or to surround someone, in very large numbers

Example

The hotel foyer was swamped by reporters and photographers.

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3

to affect someone in a major way, so that they are almost unable to deal with their feelings or with a particular situation

Example

Fear for her children threatened to swamp her.

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4

to fill or cover something with water

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Definition swamp in British English