pouring

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of causing a liquid to flow from a container or vessel.

• Verb

  To supply (something) in a continuous flow or stream.

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈpɔːɹɪŋ/
   
   
   
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Synonyms

shink , skink

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pouring
poring , boring , mooring , roaring

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Variants

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pour , pourable , poured , pourer , pourers , pouring , pouringly , pours , pouring rain , down the plughole , going down the plughole , pouring your money down the plughole , went down the plughole , pour into , poured into , pouring into , pours into , pour on , poured on , pouring on , pours on , pour out , poured out , pouring out , pours out

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Forms

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pours, poured, pouring

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Etymology

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Old French 'porrer' meaning 'to carry' or 'to bring'. Related to the Latin word 'porrigere' meaning 'to spread out'.

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Trivia

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1. The world record for the fastest time to pour a pint of beer is held by Dave Amsler, who achieved it in 6.75 seconds.

2. The term 'pour-over' was first used in the coffee industry in the 1970s.

3. In some parts of the world, it is considered bad luck to pour your own drink, and someone else must do it for you.

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Related Concepts

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1. Decanting: Decanting is the process of pouring a liquid from one container to another, usually to clarify or aerate it.

2. Pour-over: Pour-over is a brewing method for coffee that involves pouring hot water over coffee grounds in a filter.

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Culture

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In various cultures, pouring has significant meanings. For instance, in ancient Greece, pouring libations was a way of offering sacrifices to the gods. In Chinese culture, pouring tea is a ritualized process that emphasizes harmony and respect.

How to Memorize "pouring"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person holding a jug and slowly pouring its contents into a container. Imagine the sound of the liquid flowing and the sensation of watching it fill up.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pouring' with the feeling of fullness or satisfaction, like when a glass of water is filled to the brim.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Pouring Out Richness Everyday' to remember the meaning of the word.

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