spit (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /spɪt/

Definition

To eject saliva or other matter from the mouth.

Examples

• Don't spit on the sidewalk.

• The snake hissed and spat venom.

• He spat out the bad-tasting food.

How to Use spit

spit out (phrasal verb)

To eject something from the mouth. — "He spat out the cherry pit."

spit up (phrasal verb)

To vomit or eject matter from the stomach. — "The baby spat up milk after feeding."

Synonyms of spit

Words with a similar meaning to spit:

• drool
• expectorate

Antonyms of spit

Words with the opposite meaning to spit:

• swallow
• ingest

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