spout
The teapot has a small spout to pour the tea.
A narrow opening on a container designed to control the flow of liquid.
A tube or pipe through which liquid is poured or flows.
Water poured from the spout of the jug.
Liquid exits through the narrow opening.
Commonly used for containers like teapots, watering cans, or pitchers.
To speak or say something in a continuous, often excessive, manner.
He spouted off about politics for hours.
He talked continuously and often without restraint.
Often implies speaking at length without meaningful content.
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Pro Tip
Avoid overusing 'spout' as a verb
In formal writing, prefer 'talk at length' or 'rattle on' instead of 'spout' to avoid sounding informal.
Gold Rule
Spout vs. nozzle
A 'spout' is typically part of a container, while a 'nozzle' is attached to a hose or pipe for directed flow.
Word Origin
From Middle English *spouten* (to pour out), from Old English *spūtian* (to spout), of imitative origin, related to the sound of liquid gushing.
Usage Notes
As a verb, 'spout' is informal and often implies unstructured or verbose speech. As a noun, it is technical and literal.