spat

/spˈæt/

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Noun
a quarrel about petty points
Noun
a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles
Noun
a young oyster or other bivalve
Verb
come down like raindrops; "Bullets were spatting down on us"
Verb
become permanently attached; "mollusks or oysters spat"
Verb
strike with a sound like that of falling rain; "Bullets were spatting the leaves"
Verb
clap one''s hands or shout after performances to indicate approval
Verb
engage in a brief and petty quarrel
Verb
spawn; "oysters spat"
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clap one''s hands together; "The children were clapping to the music"

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