crush
Definitions
To deform, pulverize, or force inward by compressing with great pressure.
A strong, often short-lived infatuation or romantic attraction toward someone.
To subdue, suppress, or defeat someone or something completely.
Examples
She had a secret crush on her classmate for years.
Be careful not to crush the delicate flowers while walking through the garden.
The heavy machinery was used to crush the scrap metal into compact cubes.