boil over

Definitions

1. 1

   To boil to such an extent as to overflow its container.

   • I forgot about the rice and it boiled over.
2. 2

   To reach the point where aggressive action is taken.

   • He b'iled right over, and the tongue-lashing he give that boss Right Liver beat anything I ever listened to. There was heap of Scriptur' language in it, and more brimstone than you'd find in a match factory.
3. 3

   To act aggressively angry.

   • He boiled over all night.
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   1. 4

      To buck aggressively.

      • The stallion boiled over, throwing Robert from her back.

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