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spurt

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verb \ˈspərt\

Definition of SPURT

intransitive verb
: to gush forth : spout
transitive verb
: to expel in a stream or jet : squirt <the faucet spurts water>

Origin of SPURT

perhaps akin to Middle High German spürzen to spit, Old English -sprūtan to sprout — more at sprout
First Known Use: 1570

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