Hurry

/ˈhʌ.ɹi/

The meaning and definition of Hurry, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

verb
  1. Often with up, to speed up the rate of doing something.
    β€œIf you don't hurry (up) you won't finish on time.”
  2. To do things quickly.
    β€œHe's hurrying because he's late.”
noun
  1. Rushed action.
    β€œWhy are you in such a big hurry?”
  2. Urgency.
    β€œThere is no hurry on that paperwork.”

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