despume

/desˈpūm/

Definitions

1. verb

to spit or spew out

“The volcano despumed lava and ash into the atmosphere.”

2. verb

to vomit or eject something

“The machine despumed the excess fluid from the system.”

3. verb

to spout or issue forth something

“The fountain despumed water into the air.”

4. verb

to disgorge or expel something

“The patient despumed the stomach contents.”

Synonyms

  • spew
  • spout
  • vomit

Antonyms

  • contain
  • retain