English dictionary
spill
/sp/I/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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liquid that is spilled
ExamplesClean up the spills.
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a channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction
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the act of allowing a fluid to escape
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a sudden drop from an upright position
ExamplesHe had a nasty spill on the ice.
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A bit of wood split off; a splinter.
Source: webster1913
verb
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cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container
ExamplesSpill the milk.
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flow, run or fall out and become lost
ExamplesThe milk spilled across the floor.
The wine spilled onto the table.
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cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over
ExamplesSpill the beans all over the table.
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pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities
ExamplesSpill blood.
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reveal information
ExamplesThe former employee spilled all the details.
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reduce the pressure of wind on (a sail)
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To cover or decorate with slender pieces of wood, metal, ivory, etc.; to inlay.
Source: webster1913
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To destroy; to kill; to put an end to.
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To be destroyed, ruined, or wasted; to come to ruin; to perish; to waste.
Source: webster1913