dash

Definition

  • n. distinctive and stylish elegance
  • n. a quick run
  • n. a footrace run at top speed
  • n. the longer of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code

Word forms

Past tense
dashed
Past participle
dashed
Present participle
dashing
Third person singular
dashes

Example sentences

  1. n.

    He finished the race with a quick dash to the finish line.

  2. vi.

    The dog made a dash for the ball when it was thrown.

  3. vt.

    She added a dash of lemon juice to brighten the flavor of the dish.