spew
spew
UK[spjuː]US[spjuː]
v
to flow out of something in a fast and forceful stream
v
to say or express something in a very angry, excited, or uncontrolled way
v
to vomit
Etymology
the word 'spew' originates from the old english verb 'spīwan', which meant specifically to vomit. this old english term is part of a widespread germanic family, related to old high german 'spīwan' and old norse 'spýja', all sharing the core sense of ejecting from the mouth. its roots are traced back to the proto-indo-european base (s)pyēw-, (s)pyū-, meaning 'to spit, spew', which also gave rise to latin 'spuere' (to spit) and greek 'ptýein' (to spit). over time, the meaning in english broadened metaphorically from the physical act of vomiting to describe any forceful, uncontrolled ejection, such as liquid from a volcano or angry words from a person.
Analysis
the word is a simplex form. it is derived from old english 'spīwan', meaning 'to vomit'.
Examples
the volcano began to spew ash and lava into the sky.
he used the interview as an opportunity to spew hatred and conspiracy theories.
the smell was so foul it made me feel like i was going to spew.