Definitions

1. noun

a sudden and uncontrolled movement of a group of animals, especially cattle, in a panic, often caused by fear or excitement

“The stampede of wild mustangs through the open range was a breathtaking sight.”

2. verb

to cause or participate in a sudden and uncontrolled movement of a group of animals, especially cattle, in a panic, often caused by fear or excitement

“The loud noise from the fireworks stampeded the horses in the nearby field.”

3. noun

a sudden and uncontrolled movement of a crowd of people in a panic, often caused by fear or excitement

“The stampede of shoppers at the Black Friday sale was chaotic and overwhelming.”