Swish
Pronunciation: /ˈswɪʃ/
Swish (verb)
- to move quickly, making a soft, smooth sound
- to score a basket without the ball touching the rim or backboard
Examples
- The curtain swished as the wind blew through the window.
- She swished her dress as she turned around.
Common collocations: swish past, swish through, swish a shot, swish the ball, gentle swish
Swish (noun)
- a soft, smooth sound made by something moving quickly
- a basketball shot that goes through the hoop without touching the rim or backboard
Examples
- The swish of the leaves was calming.
- I heard the swish of the broom on the floor.