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verb

ˈskwərt How to pronounce squirt (audio)
Definition of squirtnext
as in to pour
to flow out in great quantities or with force water squirting out of the faucet

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squirt

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noun

1
as in jet
a usually forceful stream of fluid discharged from a narrow opening added a squirt of lemon juice to the baked haddock

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2
as in kid
a young person who is between infancy and adulthood I am fond of the little squirt, I'll admit

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Recent Examples of squirt
Verb
Most aquatic animals swim but some also walk (crabs), jump (like a squirting scallop), and crawl (starfish, sea cucumbers). — Literary Hub, 22 June 2026 This type dispenses altogether with nest-building and partnering and simply darts around squirting. — Elizabeth Kolbert, New Yorker, 22 June 2026
Noun
Bonus points if the water table has a waterfall and tons of squirt toys! — Parents, 23 June 2026 In a bucket, combine warm water with a few squirts of dish soap or a degreasing cleaner. — Martha Stewart, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for squirt
Recent Examples of Synonyms for squirt
  1. pour
  2. jet
  3. kid
  4. stream
  5. child
  6. rush
  7. chick
  8. cub
Verb
  • Unlike many of its Big Tech peers, Apple isn’t pouring billions into building new data centers.
    — Lisa Eadicicco, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • By late July, four of seven new towers were already standing; the machinery for the highway-side terminal was complete; the village terminal foundations were poured; and the new cabins had arrived.
    — David Caraccio Updated July 31, Sacbee.com, 31 July 2026
Definition of pour
Noun
  • Earlier this week, Toney shared a photo on his Instagram story from inside a private jet.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Footage released by the company shows the twin-engine jet rolling down the runway under its own power as engineers assess braking, steering, engine response and ground handling.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 31 July 2026
Definition of jet
Noun
  • Residents didn’t feel safe walking their dogs down the street, let alone taking their kids to the neighborhood park.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Aliso Beach has a steep drop-off near the shoreline, where several kids took the warnings seriously.
    — Michele Gile, CBS News, 31 July 2026
Definition of kid
Verb
  • In the United States the show streams on the ESPN App and requires an ESPN Unlimited plan.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • This is good news not only for Oliver’s devoted viewers, over 2 million of them streaming his weekly deep dives on YouTube alone, but also for his platform.
    — Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 31 July 2026
Definition of stream
Noun
  • On January 24, 2023, Clancy fatally strangled her three children in the basement of their Duxbury home using exercise resistance bands.
    — Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 26 July 2026
  • If a parent or parents have multiple children who fit the requirements, each can have their own account.
    — Erik Sherman, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
Definition of child
Verb
  • Put simply, a lack of depth, whether from rushing into action or insufficient preparation, leads to disappointing results.
    — Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Rather than rushing or pressing, the Washington Nationals’ shortstop waits patiently for the right pitch to punish.
    — Danielle Allentuck, Washington Post, 26 July 2026
Definition of rush
Noun
  • There’s a set that celebrates postal workers, another depicting bald eagles at every life stage from awkward chick to majestic icon of Americana, and one that is smattered with colorful Route 66 landmarks.
    — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 July 2026
  • The Brockmans are among the thousands across the globe who have watched Jackie and Shadow bond and raise chicks via webcams installed by the nonprofit, Anna Brockman said in a statement.
    — Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 24 July 2026
Definition of chick
Noun
  • According to Visit Idaho, a majority of bear attacks are defensive measures to protect cubs, food or territory.
    — Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 29 July 2026
  • The cubs, who have yet to be named, mark the second litter for Kashmir, 7, and Dawa, 3r, the post said.
    — Caroline Zimmerman, Kansas City Star, 28 July 2026
Definition of cub

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“Squirt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/squirt. Accessed 2 Aug. 2026.

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