Stampede meaning: A sudden wild rush of

a sudden wild rush of wild animals etc. a stampede of buffaloes; The school bell rang for lunch and there was a stampede for the door. Definition of stampede noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. a situation in which a group of people or large animals such as horses suddenly start running in the same direction, especially because they are frightened or excited. A stampede broke out when the doors opened. stampede noun [C] (PUBLIC EVENT) in North America, a public event that combines a rodeo (= an event in which cowboys show different skills by riding wild horses and catching cows with ropes), with other competitions, dancing, shows, etc.: Usage: Stampede meaning refers to a sudden, panicked rush or movement of a large group of people or animals, typically in response to fear or danger. It’s often used to describe chaotic or uncontrolled situations, particularly when large crowds or herds move unpredictably.