Definitions

1. noun

a flowing or surging movement, especially of the sea

“The waves created a swash along the beach.”

2. noun

a decorative border or flourish of a letter or line of text

“The title featured a swash of gold at the beginning.”

3. verb

to flow or surge with a wave-like movement

“The water swash over the rocks.”

4. verb

to decorate with a swash or flourish

“The artist swash the lettering to add flair.”