To move with urgent haste. She rushed to catch the bus before it left the stop.
To transport or send quickly. The paramedics rushed the injured man to the hospital.
He rushed through his homework and made several mistakes.
To attack or charge at someone or something suddenly. The football player rushed the quarterback in an attempt to sack him.
To cause to occur sooner than expected. The company rushed the product launch to meet the holiday demand.
(US, universities) To attempt to recruit or to seek membership in a fraternity or sorority during the designated rush period. She plans to rush Delta Sigma next semester.
(of liquid, air, etc.) To flow swiftly and noisily. Meltwater rushed down the mountainside after the thaw.