spit
Translation
to spit, to expectorate
Examples
It is rude to spit on the street.
It is rude to spit on the street.
He spat out an insult.
He spat out an insult.
It's only spitting, we don't need an umbrella.
It's only spitting, we don't need an umbrella.
Grammar Patterns
to spit to eject saliva from the mouth It is rude to spit on the street.
to spit ((sth.)) out to force (sth.) out of your mouth He spat out the bad tasting food.
to spit at ((sb.)) to spit towards (sb.) The angry man spat at the police officer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: expectorate
Etymology
From Old English 'spittan'. It may be of onomatopoeic origin, imitating the sound of spitting.
Memory Tips
The sound of the word 'spit' is short and sharp, much like the action itself.