headrush
The English word “headrush” has 5 meanings listed here.
noun
- Orthostatic hypotension, due to low blood pressure, for example when standing up suddenly.
- A nicotine rush, for example in people who seldom smoke, or when smoking on an empty stomach.
- A rush induced by mind-altering drugs.
- A rush due to emotional agitation or excitement, for example when seeing someone one is in love with.
- Something exciting or thrilling.
Etymology
From head + rush.
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