green rushes

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English

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Etymology

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Of the first and second senses, first appears in print c. 1546 in the writings of John Heywood. Second sense derives from the first.

Noun

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green rushes pl (plural only)

  1. (dated, historical) Fresh rushes that are spread on the floor of a house to welcome an honored guest.

Interjection

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green rushes!

  1. (dated, obsolete) An exclamation of surprise or welcoming of a guest.

Noun

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green rushes

  1. plural of green rush
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