Definitions

1. noun

A sudden and often violent flow of water, especially a flood.

“The spate of water from the broken dam flooded the entire town.”

2. noun

A sudden and rapid increase in the amount or intensity of something.

“There was a spate of burglaries in the neighborhood last month.”

3. noun

A period of activity or production, especially a period of time during which something is produced in large quantities.

“The film industry experienced a spate of blockbuster movies last year.”

4. verb

To flow or move in a sudden and violent manner.

“The river spates through the canyon.”

5. verb

To experience or undergo a sudden and rapid increase in the amount or intensity of something.

“The company spates growth in revenue this quarter.”