spat Definition
- 1a short, petty quarrel or dispute
- 2a cloth covering for the instep and ankle
- 3a small amount of food or liquid that is splattered or spilled
Using spat: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "spat" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The couple had a spat over what movie to watch.
Example
He wore spats with his tuxedo.
Example
She accidentally spilled a spat of coffee on her shirt.
spat Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with spat
Example
After their big spat, they decided to put the spat on their friendship.
Example
He spat out his words, clearly upset about the situation.
spat up
to vomit
Example
The baby spat up his milk all over his bib.
Origins of spat
from Old Norse 'spǫt', meaning 'taunt'
Summary: spat in Brief
The term 'spat' [spæt] refers to a short, petty quarrel or dispute, as in 'The couple had a spat over what movie to watch.' It can also refer to a cloth covering for the instep and ankle, or a small amount of food or liquid that is splattered or spilled. The phrase 'put the spat on' means to end a relationship, while 'spat out' means to say something in a quick and angry way.
