Associations to the word «Spurt»

Wiktionary

SPURT, verb. (transitive) To cause to gush out suddenly or violently in a stream or jet.
SPURT, verb. (intransitive) To rush from a confined place in a small stream or jet.
SPURT, verb. (intransitive) To make a strong effort for a short period of time.
SPURT, noun. A brief gush, as of liquid spurting from an orifice or a cut/wound.
SPURT, noun. A sudden and energetic effort, as in an emergency; an increased exertion for a brief space.
SPURT, noun. (slang) Ejaculation of semen.
SPURT, noun. (obsolete) A shoot; a bud.

Dictionary definition

SPURT, noun. The occurrence of a sudden discharge (as of liquid).
SPURT, verb. Gush forth in a sudden stream or jet; "water gushed forth".
SPURT, verb. Move or act with a sudden increase in speed or energy.

Wise words

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