Meaning & Definition of word "Splatter"

Splatter

/ˈsplætər/

1. a sound or impact made by something splattering; a mark caused by a splatter.
- Example: There was a loud splatter as the water balloon hit the ground.
2. a small quantity of something that has been splattered.
- Example: There were splatters of paint on the canvas.

1. to scatter or splash liquid or small particles in various directions.
- Example: The paint began to splatter everywhere as she shook the can.
2. to cause a liquid to splatter.
- Example: He splattered mud on his shoes when he stepped in the puddle.

Origin uncertain; possibly a blend of 'splash' and 'scatter'.

splatter zone:

An area where splatter is expected, especially in a messy situation.

paint splatter:

A technique in art involving splashing paint onto a surface.

blood splatter:

The pattern of blood as a result of a violent act.

splash:

To spatter or scatter a liquid without careful control.

scatter:

To cause to separate and go in different directions.

spatter:

To scatter or splash liquid in small drops.

Meaning: To mess something up badly.

Example Sentence: He totally splattered his computer with that virus.

Meaning: To go wild or have a chaotic experience.

Example Sentence: Last night’s party was a total splatter; everyone was dancing and spilling drinks.