What does spitting mean?
Spitting means (chiefly archaic, medicine) expectoration.
Spitting
/ˈspɪtɪŋ/ · noun
Meaning
(chiefly archaic, medicine) expectoration.
Definitions by Sense
- (chiefly archaic, medicine) expectoration
- (uncountable) An appearance on the surface of melted silver or platinum allowed to cool slowly, jets of oxygen forming small cones and sometimes throwing up drops of molten metal.
- present participle and gerund of spit
Example Sentences
Four brothers of the name of Smith, died with black spitting; all of them were stone-workers.
Synonyms for spitting
Antonyms for spitting
Related Words
Word Forms
- spittings
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for spitting?
Common synonyms include sprouting, spit, expectoration.
What is the opposite of spitting?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use spitting in a sentence?
Four brothers of the name of Smith, died with black spitting; all of them were stone-workers.
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