swash meaning and definition

SWASH noun

Definition of swash (noun)

1. the movement or sound of water
   • "the swash of waves on the beach"

SWASH verb

Definition of swash (verb)

1. make violent, noisy movements
2. dash a liquid upon or against
   • "The mother splashed the baby's face with water"
   • synonyms: plash, spatter, splash, splatter, splosh
3. show off
   • synonyms: blow, bluster, boast, brag, gas, gasconade, shoot a line, tout, vaunt
4. act in an arrogant, overly self-assured, or conceited manner
   • synonyms: bluster, swagger