Definition

To pour a liquid again, usually after it has been poured out or spilled.

Example

After the first glass was spilled, she decided to repour the juice carefully.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Can you repour some coffee for me?

Sure, do you want it black or with cream?

Just a little cream, please.

Got it! I'll repour it right now.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Repour → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "pour" (from Old French *pourer*, meaning to cause to flow). The word "repour" means to pour again or to pour something anew.

Memory Tip

Think of pouring something 'again' ('re-') — that's why repour means to pour it again.

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