spit

[spɪt]

spit Definition

  • 1to force out the contents of the mouth, especially saliva
  • 2a thin, pointed rod on which meat is roasted over an open fire
  • 3a small point of land that sticks out into the sea or a river

Using spit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "spit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He spat on the ground in disgust.

  • Example

    She spat out the wine, saying it was terrible.

  • Example

    The meat was slowly turning on the spit over the fire.

  • Example

    We walked out to the end of the spit and watched the waves crash against the rocks.

spit Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with spit

  • meticulous attention to detail in cleaning and polishing something

    Example

    The sergeant demanded spit and polish from his troops, inspecting their uniforms and boots every morning.

  • used to tell someone to say what they are thinking or feeling

    Example

    Come on, spit it out! What's been bothering you?

  • a sudden spitting out of liquid as a reaction to something funny or surprising

    Example

    I did a spit take when I heard the punchline of the joke.

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Summary: spit in Brief

The term 'spit' [spɪt] can be used as a verb to describe the act of forcefully expelling saliva or other substances from the mouth. It can also refer to a thin, pointed rod used for roasting meat over an open fire, or a small point of land that extends into the sea or a river. Common phrases include 'spit and polish,' meaning meticulous attention to detail in cleaning and polishing something, and 'spit it out,' used to encourage someone to speak their mind.

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