pour

//pɔːr//
A2Frequency Level 7Neutral
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Verb

pourInfinitive
pourPresent tense
pouredPast tense
pouredPast participle
pouringPresent participle
poursThird-person singular
1

To cause a liquid or substance to flow from a container in a steady stream

She poured water into the glass.

2

To flow rapidly and continuously in a steady stream

Water poured from the broken pipe.

3

To rain heavily

It's pouring outside, so don't forget your umbrella.

4

To serve a drink by filling a glass or cup

She poured tea for her guests.

5

To come or go in large numbers; to stream or flood

Fans poured into the stadium before the game.

Noun

1

The act of pouring; a steady flow or stream

A steady pour of water filled the glass.