Spill: meaning, definitions and examples

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spill

[ spɪl ]

^{Context #1}

accidentally

To cause or allow liquid to flow over the edge of its container, especially by accident.

Synonyms

drip, leak, pour

Examples of usage

I spilled coffee on my shirt this morning.
She accidentally spilled her drink on the table.

^{Context #2}

reveal

To reveal private or secret information unintentionally.

Synonyms

disclose, divulge, expose

Examples of usage

He spilled the secret to his best friend.
The witness spilled the details of the crime.

^{Context #3}

accident

An instance of spilling liquid.

Synonyms

accident, leakage, overflow

Examples of usage

There was a spill on the kitchen floor.
The spill caused a slippery surface.

Translations

Translations of the word "spill" in other languages:

🇵🇹 derramar

🇮🇳 गिराना

🇩🇪 verschütten

🇮🇩 menumpahkan

🇺🇦 розлити

🇵🇱 rozlać

🇯🇵 こぼす

🇫🇷 renverser

🇪🇸 derramar

🇹🇷 dökmek

🇰🇷 쏟다

🇸🇦 سكب

🇨🇿 rozlít

🇸🇰 rozliať

🇨🇳 洒

🇸🇮 razliti

🇮🇸 heila

🇰🇿 төгу

🇬🇪 დაღვრილი

🇦🇿 tökülmək

🇲🇽 derramar

Word origin

The word 'spill' has its origin in Old English 'spilian' meaning 'to shed (blood).' Over time, the meaning evolved to include the accidental shedding or flowing of liquids. The word has been used in English since the 13th century.