How Do You Spell SPEWING?

Pronunciation: [spjˈuːɪŋ] (IPA)

The word "spewing" is spelled with the letters s-p-e-w-i-n-g. Its phonetic transcription according to the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) is /ˈspjuːɪŋ/, with the stress on the first syllable. The IPA symbols /ju/ represent the glide sound that is produced in the transition between the consonant /s/ and the vowel /i/. The spelling of "spewing" accurately reflects the pronunciation of the word, which means to eject or discharge something forcefully and abundantly, usually in a negative or unpleasant way.

SPEWING Meaning and Definition

  1. Spewing is a verb that refers to the act of forcefully expelling or emitting something, often in large quantities. It conveys a sense of force and intensity in the way the substance or matter is released or projected.

    In a literal sense, "spewing" can be associated with the forceful expulsion of fluids, gases, or solids. For example, a volcano spews lava, ash, and gas during an eruption, indicating the violent and rapid discharge of these materials from within the Earth's crust. Similarly, a burst pipe may result in water spewing from it, forcefully and uncontrollably.

    Metaphorically, "spewing" can also refer to the act of uttering or expressing something in a rapid, uncontrolled, and often vehement manner. It implies a lack of restraint or inhibition, as if thoughts, opinions, or emotions are being forcefully poured out. For instance, someone may be described as spewing hateful remarks when they are angrily and vehemently expressing their dislike or disgust towards someone or something.

    In summary, "spewing" encompasses the act of forcefully emitting substances or materials, as well as the manner in which one expresses thoughts, emotions, or opinions with intensity and lack of control. It can have both literal and figurative connotations, emphasizing the forceful, uncontrolled, and often excessive nature of the expulsion.

  2. Act of vomiting.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of SPEWING

The word "spewing" comes from the Old English word "spiwan" which means "to vomit" or "to eject violently". It is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "spiwaną" which has the same meaning. This term can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "spei-" meaning "to spit" or "to spew". It has cognates in other Germanic languages such as Old High German "spiwan" and Old Norse "spýja".

Conjugate verb Spewing

CONDITIONAL

I would spew
we would spew
you would spew
he/she/it would spew
they would spew

FUTURE

I will spew
we will spew
you will spew
he/she/it will spew
they will spew

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have spewed
we will have spewed
you will have spewed
he/she/it will have spewed
they will have spewed

PAST

I spewed
we spewed
you spewed
he/she/it spewed
they spewed

PAST PERFECT

I had spewed
we had spewed
you had spewed
he/she/it had spewed
they had spewed

PRESENT

I spew
we spew
you spew
he/she/it spews
they spew

PRESENT PERFECT

I have spewed
we have spewed
you have spewed
he/she/it has spewed
they have spewed
I am spewing
we are spewing
you are spewing
he/she/it is spewing
they are spewing
I was spewing
we were spewing
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he/she/it was spewing
they were spewing
I will be spewing
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I have been spewing
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I had been spewing
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I will have been spewing
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I would have spewed
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you would have spewed
he/she/it would have spewed
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I would be spewing
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he/she/it would be spewing
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I would have been spewing
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you would have been spewing
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they would have been spewing

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