v. & n.
--v.intr.
1. a develop a pink tinge in the face from embarrassment or shame. b (of the face) redden in this way.
2 feel embarrassed or ashamed.
3 be or become red or pink.
--n.
1. the act of blushing.
2 a pink tinge.
Phrases and idioms:
at first blush on the first glimpse or impression. spare a person's blushes refrain from causing embarrassment esp. by praise.
Etymology: ME f. OE blyscan