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spurted Definition


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spurt
spirt
verb
    tr & intr
    spurted, spurting
    1. To flow out or make something flow out in a sudden sharp jet.
      Thesaurus: spew, burst, gush, spout, jet, flow.
noun
    1. A jet of liquid that suddenly gushes out.
      Thesaurus: discharge, squirt, jet, stream, explosion, burst, surge, rush, effusion.
    2. A short spell of intensified activity or increased speed.
      Example: Business tends to come in spurts
      Thesaurus: explosion, outbreak, burst, surge, fit, rush.
Etymology: 16c.



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