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1spew

verb \ˈspyü\

: to flow out of something in a fast and forceful way

: to cause (something) to flow out in a fast and forceful way

Full Definition of SPEW

intransitive verb
1
:  vomit
2
:  to come forth in a flood or gush
3
:  to ooze out as if under pressure :  exude
transitive verb
1
:  vomit
2
:  to send or cast forth with vigor or violence or in great quantity <a volcano spewing out ash> —often used with out
spew·er noun
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Origin of SPEW

Middle English, from Old English spīwan; akin to Old High German spīwan to spit, Latin spuere, Greek ptyein
First Known Use: before 12th century

2spew

noun

Definition of SPEW

1
:  matter that is vomited :  vomit
2
:  material that exudes or is extruded

First Known Use of SPEW

15th century
SPEW Defined for Kids

spew

verb \ˈspyü\
spewedspew·ing

Definition of SPEW for Kids

:  to pour out <The volcano spewed lava.>

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