landrush

English

noun
Definitions
  • A historical event in which previously restricted land of the United States was opened for homesteading on a first-come-first-served basis.
  • (figuratively) Any scramble for limited resources.

Etymology

Compound from English land (real estate, urine) + English rush (a plant, a hurry).

Origin

English

rush

Gloss

a plant, a hurry

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