Meaning of the word "have a crush on" in English

What does "have a crush on" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

have a crush on

US /hæv ə krʌʃ ɑn/
UK /hæv ə krʌʃ ɒn/

Idiom

to have romantic feelings for someone, often secretly and for a short period

Example:
I think I have a crush on my new classmate.
She used to have a crush on the lead singer of the band.