Pronunciation

/pɔr/

Definitions

Noun

• A verb or action of transferring liquid or contents from one container to another, often steadily or deliberately. For example: “The chef was pouring the sauce into the pan.”
• The act of giving or serving something, typically in a generous manner. For example: “She poured out her heart to her friend.”

Verb

• To transfer (a liquid, powder, or other substance) from a container or one place to another, typically steadily or with force. For example: “He poured milk into his cereal.”
• To administer or supply (something, especially a drink) to someone. For example: “She poured tea for her guests.”
• To express or communicate (an emotion or feeling). For example: “She poured out her sorrow after the loss.”

Adjective

• Characterizing a smooth, unbroken flow or movement. For example: “The waterfall poured down the cliff.”

Phrases

• “Pour something into” means to transfer a substance into a container or receptacle.
• “Pour a glass of” is used to indicate filling a glass with a beverage.
• “Pour out” is a common expression for expressing or revealing emotions.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She watched the water pour from the faucet into the sink.”
• Verb: “He carefully poured the coffee into the mug.”
• Adjective: “The rain poured down in sheets.”
• Adverb: “She poured the entire bottle of shampoo into her hair.”

Synonyms

• Fill
• Dispense
• Stream
• Tip
• Supply
• Give liberally -(bestow)
• Exude