Meaning & Definition of Spat in English

1. A quarrel about petty points

2. A cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles

3. A young oyster or other bivalve

1. Come down like raindrops

• "Bullets were spatting down on us"

2. Become permanently attached

• "Mollusks or oysters spat"

3. Strike with a sound like that of falling rain

• "Bullets were spatting the leaves"

4. Clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

5. Engage in a brief and petty quarrel

6. Spawn

• "Oysters spat"

7. Clap one's hands together

• "The children were clapping to the music"