Spill Definition
spill
- noun
- liquid that is spilled; "clean up the spills"
- a channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction
- the act of allowing a fluid to escape
- a sudden drop from an upright position; "he had a nasty spill on the ice"
- verb
- cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container; "spill the milk"; "splatter water"
- flow, run or fall out and become lost; "The milk spilled across the floor"; "The wine spilled onto the table"
- cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over; "spill the beans all over the table"
- pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities; "shed tears"; "spill blood"; "God shed His grace on Thee"
- reveal information; "If you don't oblige me, I'll talk!"; "The former employee spilled all the details"
- reduce the pressure of wind on (a sail)
"Spill" in song lyrics
See how spill is used in real songs:
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"Feel your blood spill"
504 Boyz f/ Ghetto Commission, Krazy — We Bust -
"For real, would you like to feel, caps'll peeled, we kill but don't spill"
9th Prince f/ Beretta 9 — Never Front -
"I don't pity the head rush or the whimpering, spill"
Aesop Rock — Sick Friend
Words that rhyme with spill
Usage tips for "spill"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "spill" 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 spill to find words that pair well.