Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

mush

noun
/mʌʃ/
Definition
A soft, wet mass that is often squishy and can be easily shaped or molded.
Examples
  • After the storm, the snow turned into mush, making it difficult to walk.
  • The dog’s food was a mush that she licked eagerly.
  • He used mashed potatoes to create a mush that was easy to scoop.
Meaning
Mush usually refers to a texture that is soft and often overcooked or mixed, such as porridge or cooked vegetables.
Synonyms
  • pulp
  • mash
  • slop
  • paste