First Known Use: 1570
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1spurt
verb \ˈspərt\
Definition of SPURT
intransitive verb
: to gush forth : spout
transitive verb
: to expel in a stream or jet : squirt <the faucet spurts water>
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Origin of SPURT
perhaps akin to Middle High German spürzen to spit, Old English -sprūtan to sprout — more at sprout
2spurt
noun
3spurt
noun
Definition of SPURT
1
: a short period of time : moment
2
a : a sudden brief burst of effort, activity, or development <a spurt of work> <a growth spurt> b : a sharp or sudden increase in business activity
Origin of SPURT
origin unknown
First Known Use: circa 1591
4spurt
intransitive verb
Definition of SPURT
: to make a spurt
First Known Use of SPURT
1664
SPURT Defined for Kids
1spurt
verb \ˈspərt\
spurt·edspurt·ing
Definition of SPURT for Kids
: to pour out or make pour out suddenly <Water spurted from the leaky hose.> <His nose spurted blood.>
2spurt
noun
Definition of SPURT for Kids
: a sudden pouring out <a spurt of venom>
3spurt
noun
Definition of SPURT for Kids
: a brief burst of increased effort, activity, or development
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