noun
Internet Slang
crush
KRUSH · noun · informal
A person you have romantic feelings for.
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Definitions
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Someone you are romantically or sexually attracted to, often from afar; also the feeling of infatuation itself.
“I've had a crush on my coworker for months.”
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crush In A Sentence
I've had a crush on my coworker for months.
Origin & Usage
The romantic sense dates to the late 19th century, from 'crush' meaning an infatuation.
People Also Ask
What does crush mean?
It's a person you're romantically or sexually attracted to, often from afar, or the feeling of infatuation you have for them.
Does crush mean the person or the feeling?
Both, you can 'have a crush' (the feeling) or call someone 'your crush' (the person).
Where does the romantic sense come from?
It dates to the late 19th century, from 'crush' used to mean an infatuation.
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