Mosh

usgb/mɑːʃ/
verb

To dance wildly and energetically at a rock concert.

Everyone was moshing to the music at the rock concert.
Visual representation of "mosh" - To dance wildly and energetically at a rock concert

Often appears as...

  • mosh at a concert
  • mosh to music

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Concert Energy

Used when describing the high energy at rock concerts, usually involving jumping and physical contact.

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The band played their hit song and the crowd started to mosh with excitement.
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Youth Culture

Associated with younger crowds and music genres like punk and metal.

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The teenage fans were eager to mosh at their favorite band's concert.
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Physicality Warning

Implies physical action, so it's important to be cautious of potential for injury.

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If you're not ready to be bumped around, stay out of the area where they mosh.
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