Meaning Of The Word Boil over

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What's The Definition Of Boil over?

boil over
phrasal verb: When a liquid that is being heated boils over, it rises and flows over the edge of the container.

boil over in American English
to come to a boil and spill over the rim
to overflow while boiling or as if while boiling; burst forth; erupt

boil over in British English
to overflow or cause to overflow while boiling

boil-over in American English
noun: an unexpected result

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