I. ˈləsh adjective
Etymology: Middle English lusch soft, tender
Date: 1610
1.
a. : growing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage
lush grass
b. : lavishly productive: as
(1) : fertile
(2) : thriving
(3) : characterized by abundance : plentiful
(4) : prosperous , profitable
2.
a. : savory , delicious
b. : appealing to the senses
the lush sounds of the orchestra
c. : opulent , sumptuous
lush accommodations
Synonyms: see profuse
• lush·ly adverb
• lush·ness noun
II. noun
Etymology: origin unknown
Date: circa 1790
1. slang : intoxicating liquor : drink
2. : a habitual heavy drinker : drunkard
III. verb
Date: circa 1811
slang : drink