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/ˈspɪtɪŋ/
Meaning & Definition
noun
The act or instance of spitting; the action of expelling saliva.
His spitting was considered rude in the dining room.
verb
The act of ejecting saliva forcibly from one's mouth.
He was so angry that he started spitting out words in frustration.
To expel something from the mouth, often in a forceful or contemptuous manner.
She was spitting out the bitter taste of the medicine.
To produce a sound resembling a spitting noise, often made as an expression of disgust.
The cat was spitting at the dog as a warning.
To emit small droplets of liquid or particles, as in spitting rain.
It started spitting rain just as we left the house.
Etymology
Middle English 'spitten', from Old English 'spittan', of uncertain origin
Common Phrases and Expressions
spitting image:
A perfect likeness or resemblance.
spitting fire:
To speak or act in a very angry manner.
spitting bars:
Performing rap lyrics skillfully.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To rap or deliver lyrics skillfully.
That rapper is spitting fire on the mic.
To express intense emotion or anger in speech.
He was just spitting about the unfair treatment he received.