1. to cause or allow liquid to flow out of a container accidentally
2. to fall or cause to fall out of a container
3. to reveal information, especially secrets
Usage: informal

1. an instance of liquid flowing out accidentally
2. a fall from a vehicle or horse

Examples

• She accidentally spilled coffee on her shirt.
• The bag tore and spilled groceries across the floor.
• He promised not to spill the secret.
• There was a large oil spill in the ocean.
• The cyclist took a bad spill on the wet road.
• Don’t spill the beans about the surprise party.
• Clean up that milk spill before it stains the carpet.