Pour Definition & Meaning
pour
- verb
- cause to run; "pour water over the floor"
- move in large numbers; "people were pouring out of the theater"; "beggars pullulated in the plaza"
- pour out; "the sommelier decanted the wines"
- flow in a spurt; "Water poured all over the floor"
- supply in large amounts or quantities; "We poured money into the education of our children"
- rain heavily; "Put on your rain coat-- it's pouring outside!"
"Pour" in song lyrics
See how pour is used in real songs:
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"Hit the liquor store for some pour"
(11/5 f/) Taydatay — Roll 'Em Up [Edit] -
"Run for shelter little brotha when it rain it pour"
A+ f/ Prodigy — Gusto -
"I can't forget the past y'all, the sweat starts to pour"
Above the Law — Set Free
Words that rhyme with pour
Usage tips for "pour"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "pour" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for pour to find words that pair well.
Use "pour" in a verse
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does pour mean?
- cause to run; "pour water over the floor" move in large numbers; "people were pouring out of the theater"; "beggars pullulated in the plaza" pour out; "the sommelier decanted the wines" flow in a spurt; "Water poured all over the floor" supply in large amounts or quantities; "We poured money into the education of our children" rain heavily; "Put on your rain coat-- it's pouring outside!"
- What part of speech is pour?
- Pour is a verb.
- How many definitions does pour have?
- Pour has 6 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).