First Known Use: 1573
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blurt
verb \ˈblərt\
: to say (something) suddenly and without thinking about how people will react
Full Definition of BLURT
transitive verb
: to utter abruptly and impulsively —usually used with out
— blurt·er noun
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Origin of BLURT
probably imitative
BLURT Defined for Kids
blurt
verb \ˈblərt\
blurt·edblurt·ing
Definition of BLURT for Kids
: to say or tell suddenly and without thinking <“I know the secret,” she blurted.>
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