Spate (noun)
spayt
A sudden, almost overwhelming, outpouring. / A flood or inundation.
Middle English or Dutch terms meaning “to spit,” “flow,” or “spout,” such as the Dutch spuiten.
Example sentences
“We’re heading to a waterfall stop today and after last night’s rain, I’m hoping it will be in full spate.”
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