spew — to eject or discharge forcibly in a stream
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to eject or discharge forcibly in a stream
Pronunciation (IPA): /spjuː/
Korean meaning: 세차게 뿜어내다, 토해내다
Korean pronunciation: **스**퓨
Example Sentences
- The broken printer spewed paper all over the office floor.
- Social media platforms often spew misinformation during election seasons.
- The angry customer spewed complaints for twenty minutes straight.
spew
VERB//spjuː//
to eject or discharge forcibly in a stream
a malfunctioning fountain suddenly erupts with tremendous force, shooting water high into the air in multiple powerful streams. The water shoots out violently in all directions from the central spout. A maintenance worker nearby jumps back in surprise as the pressure builds beyond normal levels. The forceful streams of water cascade down, creating a dramatic display of liquid being expelled with great energy. Families and children around the fountain scatter and laugh as they get splashed by the unexpected water show. water being ejected forcibly in powerful streams from the fountain's opening
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'spīwan' meaning 'to spit or vomit,' which comes from ancient Germanic roots shared across many European languages for forceful ejection from the mouth.
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📝Examples
“The broken printer spewed paper all over the office floor.”
“Social media platforms often spew misinformation during election seasons.”
“The angry customer spewed complaints for twenty minutes straight.”
“My cat spewed hairballs right on my clean white carpet.”
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