regorge

/ˈrɛɡɔrʒ/; /ˈrɛɡɔrɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. verb

to flow back or return, typically in large quantities; to vomit or bring up (food, liquid, etc.)

“The dam finally burst, and the water began to regorge into the nearby valley.”

2. verb

to become filled or swollen again, typically after being empty or depleted

“The balloon regorged with air as the valve was opened.”

3. noun

a flow or return of water, especially into a reservoir or a lake

“The engineer had to deal with the regorge of water from the nearby river.”

Synonyms

  • gush
  • gush forth
  • spout

Antonyms

  • deplete
  • drain