单词 | spurt |
释义 | spurt —spurter, n. —spurtive, adj. —spurtively, adv. /sperrt/, v.i. 1. to gush or issue suddenly in a stream or jet, as a liquid; spout. 2. to show marked, usually increased, activity or energy for a short period: The runners spurted forward in the last lap of the race. v.t. 3. to expel or force out suddenly in a stream or jet, as a liquid; spout. n. 4. a sudden, forceful gush or jet. 5. a marked increase of effort for a short period or distance, as in running, rowing, etc. 6. a sudden burst or outburst, as of activity, energy, or feeling. Also, spirt. [1560-70; var. of spirt; orig. uncert.] Syn. 1. well, spring. See flow. 4. spout. Ant. 1. drip, ooze. |
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