swish
swish
swɪʃ
svish
British pronunciation
/swˈɪʃ/

Definition & Meaning of "swish"in English

to swish
01

to move with a smooth, sweeping motion, often making a soft, whooshing sound

Intransitive
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The curtain swished open as the performer entered.
02

to cause to move quickly and smoothly, often producing a soft, hissing sound

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He swished the broom across the floor.
03

to make a shot in basketball where the ball goes through the hoop without touching the rim or backboard

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He swished a three-pointer from the corner.
Swish
01

a soft, hissing sound made by something moving quickly through the air or water

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The swish of the basketball through the net was satisfying.
02

a gay man, often implying stereotypical feminine traits

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He was often called a " swish " by his classmates, but he did n't let it bother him.
01

having an elegant or fashionable appearance, often with a touch of sophistication

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She wore a swish cocktail dress to the party, catching everyone's attention with its trendy design.
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