Meaning of the word spate in English
What does spate mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
spate
US /speɪt/
UK /speɪt/
Noun
1.
a larger number of events than usual, especially unpleasant ones, happening at about the same time:
Example:
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Police are investigating a spate of burglaries in the Kingsland Road area.
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