flood
UK: flʌd | US: flʌd
n. 1. An overflow of water onto normally dry land.
n. 2. A large quantity of something arriving suddenly.
vt. 1. To inundate or submerge with water.
vt. 2. To overwhelm with a large amount (e.g., information, requests).
The word "flood" traces back to Old English "flōd," meaning "a flowing of water, tide, or river." It shares roots with Proto-Germanic "*flōduz" and is linked to the verb "flow." Over time, the spelling simplified while retaining its core meaning of water overflow. Unlike many compound words, "flood" evolved as a compact unit, reflecting its ancient Germanic origins.
The heavy rain caused a severe flood in the valley.
After the storm, the streets were flooded with debris.
Social media was flooded with reactions to the news.
The dam broke, flooding nearby farmland.
A flood of memories rushed back when she saw the old photo.