pour

pʊə

Definitions

1. verb

to flow or move in a continuous stream, especially of a liquid; to move or cause to move suddenly and violently

“She poured water into the glass.”

2. verb

to put or sprinkle something, especially a liquid, from one container to another

“He poured the sauce over the meat.”

3. noun

the act of putting or sprinkling something, especially a liquid, from one container to another

“The pour of the coffee was smooth.”

4. noun

the flow or movement of something, especially a liquid

“The pour of the waterfall was breathtaking.”

5. verb

to give or supply something, especially a liquid, in a particular amount or quantity

“She poured me a glass of wine.”

6. verb

to transfer or move something, especially a liquid, from one place to another

“He poured the liquid from the bottle into the container.”

Synonyms

  • drizzle
  • flow
  • spill
  • sprinkle
  • stream

Antonyms

  • contain
  • hold