bum rush

Questions

What does bum rush mean?

A storming into an establishment.

Where does bum rush come from?

Originates from the 1980s, as slang for the stampede of people created by a police raid.

How to pronounce bum rush

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “bum rush”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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4. Repeat and practice — Say “bum rush” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.