Noun Definition

spate

1.Definition: (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent

Related Noun(s):batch, deal, flock, hatful, heap, lot, mass, mess, mickle, mint, mountain, muckle, passel, peck, pile, plenty, pot, raft, sight, slew, stack, wad

Category: General

2.Definition: a sudden forceful flow

Related Noun(s):rush, surge, upsurge

Category: General

3.Definition: the occurrence of a water flow resulting from sudden rain or melting snow

Related Noun(s):freshet

Category: General