spitting
|spit/ting|
B2
/ˈspɪtɪŋ/
(spit)
eject saliva
Etymology
Etymology Information
'spit' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'spittan', where 'spittan' meant 'to eject saliva'.
Historical Evolution
'spittan' transformed into the Middle English word 'spitten', and eventually became the modern English word 'spit'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to eject saliva', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of ejecting saliva from the mouth.
Spitting in public is considered rude.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42