spill

/spˈɪl/

/ˈspɪɫ/

to spill

MAIN VERB

to accidentally cause a liquid or substance to flow out of its container or onto a surface

synonyms : slop

cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over

synonyms : disgorge

flow, run or fall out and become lost

synonyms : run out

reduce the pressure of wind on (a sail)

reveal information

synonyms : talk

pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities

synonyms : pour forth

Spill

the act of allowing a fluid to escape

synonyms : release

a sudden drop from an upright position

synonyms : fall

a channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction

synonyms : spillway

liquid that is spilled

Examples

1. Spill the tea!

2. So who spilled the beans about her affair with David?

3. I spilled ketchup on my T-shirt while eating lunch.

4. The girl spills the tea when she opens her mouth to breathe.