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spills

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈspɪɫz// UK //spˈɪlz// spills

n. accidental drops of liquid that fall out of a container and make a mess.

n. instances of liquid accidentally flowing or falling from a container onto a surface.


SIMPLE

Please clean up any spills on the kitchen floor immediately.

CONTEXTUAL

The new carpet is treated with a special coating that makes it resistant to coffee and wine spills.

COMPLEX

While minor household spills are easily managed, large-scale industrial chemical leaks require specialized containment protocols to prevent environmental contamination.

Synonyms
Usage

Usually used in the plural when referring to multiple accidents or a general mess.

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