Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pour-into
phrasal verb
/pɔːr ˈɪntuː/
Definition
To transfer a liquid from one container to another, typically in a steady stream.
Examples
- She decided to pour the juice into a glass for her guests.
- The teacher asked us to pour the paint into separate containers for easier use.
- He poured the water into the kettle to boil for tea.
Meaning
To cause a liquid to flow into a receptacle or place, often with the intention of filling it.
Synonyms
- spill
- transfer
- decant
- stream
