Meaning & Definition of word "Flooding"

Flooding

/ˈflʌd.ɪŋ/

1. An overflow of a large amount of water beyond its normal limits, especially over what is normally dry land.
- Example: The city experienced severe flooding after the heavy rainstorm.
2. The act of filling an area with water; an inundation.
- Example: Flooding in the region has displaced thousands of residents.
3. A sudden rush of something, often used metaphorically, such as information or emotions.
- Example: After the announcement, there was a flooding of emails from concerned citizens.

1. To cover an area with water, especially in a way that is unwanted.
- Example: The river began flooding the nearby fields after the heavy rainfall.
2. To fill something completely with a liquid.
- Example: The bathtub started flooding after the faucet was accidentally left on.

●from the Old English 'flod', meaning 'a flowing, flood, tide'.

flood of emotions:

an overwhelming amount of feelings or sensations.

floodgates open:

to allow a lot of things to happen suddenly, often after a period of restraint.

flooded market:

a market that has an excess supply of products, leading to reduced prices.

inundate:

to overwhelm with things or people to be dealt with.

deluge:

a severe flood.

overflow:

to be so full that the contents spill over.

Meaning: flooding the timeline

● Example Sentence: Everyone was flooding the timeline with memes after the event.

Meaning: flooded with work

● Example Sentence: I'm completely flooded with work this week.