DUTCH RUSH Meaning and
Definition
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Dutch rush refers to a common term used to describe the economic phenomenon known as a "speculative frenzy" or "speculative mania" during the Dutch Golden Age in the 17th century. Specifically, it refers to strong and irrational market speculation on goods, particularly flowers, specifically tulips, that resulted in an unprecedented market bubble and subsequent crash.
This gold rush-like economic phenomenon occurred during the early to mid-1630s in the Netherlands, primarily in major cities such as Amsterdam, Haarlem, and Leiden. The speculative fever behind the dutch rush was primarily centered around tulip bulbs, which at the time were considered rare and exotic, and their prices soared to astronomical heights. People from all social classes feverishly invested large sums of money to obtain and trade tulip bulbs with the hope of considerable profits.
However, the speculative bubble burst in early 1637, leading to a swift and catastrophic collapse of tulip prices. This event, now commonly referred to as "Tulipmania," resulted in many investors losing significant amounts of money and causing widespread economic distress in the Dutch Republic.
The term "dutch rush" is now used metaphorically to describe any excessive or irrational speculation in financial markets, particularly in a situation where values inflate to unsustainable levels before experiencing a sudden and dramatic decline. It serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of speculative mania and the potential consequences of irrational economic behavior.
Common Misspellings for DUTCH RUSH
- sutch rush
- xutch rush
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- futch rush
- rutch rush
- eutch rush
- dytch rush
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- djtch rush
- ditch rush
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- dugch rush
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- dutxh rush
- dutvh rush
Etymology of DUTCH RUSH
The term "Dutch rush" is believed to have originated in the late 19th century and is a combination of two words: "Dutch" and "rush". The word "Dutch" in this context does not specifically refer to people of Dutch origin but is an adjective used to describe something that is deceitful, deceptive, or counterfeit. It is derived from the stereotype that Dutch people were associated with dishonest or unreliable practices.
The word "rush" in this context refers to a sudden surge or influx of activity or demand. It can also imply a sense of urgency and competition. When combined, "Dutch rush" refers to a situation where there is a strong and sudden demand for something that is deemed unreliable or deceptive.
