flushing

[ˈflʌʃɪŋ]

flushing Definition

• 1. a sudden reddening of the face, neck, and chest, caused by increased blood flow and often as a result of strong emotions or heat
• 2. the process of cleaning something by forcing water or air through it

Using flushing: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "flushing" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  She felt a warm flushing in her cheeks when she saw him.

• Example

  The flushing of the radiator removed all the dirt and debris.

• Example

  The flushing of the toilet was very loud.

flushing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for flushing

• blush
• redness
• glow
• radiance

Phrases with flushing

• hot flushing

  a sudden feeling of heat and sometimes a red, blotchy rash on the upper body and face

  Example

  Hot flushing is a common symptom of menopause.

• power flushing

  a process used to clean central heating systems by forcing water at high velocity through the system

  Example

  Power flushing can improve the efficiency of your heating system.

• flushing out

  forcing someone or something out of hiding or concealment

  Example

  The police used tear gas to flush out the criminals from the building.

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Summary: flushing in Brief

The term 'flushing' [ˈflʌʃɪŋ] refers to two distinct concepts. The first is a sudden reddening of the face, neck, and chest due to strong emotions or heat. The second is the process of cleaning something by forcing water or air through it. Examples include 'She felt a warm flushing in her cheeks when she saw him,' and 'The flushing of the radiator removed all the dirt and debris.' Phrases like 'hot flushing' and 'power flushing' extend the concept, while 'flushing out' means forcing someone or something out of hiding.