Here is the information you requested about the word "spume":
1. Parts of Speech: noun, verb
2. Definitions:
- (noun) foam or froth on the surface of the sea, caused by waves breaking; sea spray.
- (verb) to froth or foam, especially on the surface of the sea.
3. Pronunciations:
- US: /spjuːm/
- UK: /spjuːm/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "spume" comes from the Latin word "spuma" meaning foam or froth. It has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the foam or froth on the surface of the sea. It is also used in literature to describe the foaming of liquids or the frothing of beer.
5. Synonyms: foam, froth, spray, surf, suds
6. Related Words: foam, froth, spray, surge
7. Example Sentences:
- The boat was covered in spume as it battled against the waves.
- The waves crashed against the rocks, sending spume flying into the air.
- The beer was poured with too much force, causing it to spume over the sides of the glass.