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SPAT

(noun, verb)
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Definitions

There are 10 meanings of the word Spat.

How to pronounce spat:

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Spat - as a noun

A quarrel about petty points

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bicker14bickering18fuss7pettifoggery22squabble21tiff10

A cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gaiter7

A young oyster or other bivalve

Spat - as a verb

Come down like raindrops

Example: "Bullets were spatting down on us"

Become permanently attached

Example: "Mollusks or oysters spat"

Strike with a sound like that of falling rain

Example: "Bullets were spatting the leaves"

Clap one's hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
acclaim13applaud12clap8
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
gesticulate14gesture8motion8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Engage in a brief and petty quarrel

Spawn

Example: "Oysters spat"

Clap one's hands together

Example: "The children were clapping to the music"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
clap8

Example Sentences

"They had a heated spat over the division of household chores."
"The neighbors had a noisy spat last night that woke me up."
"Her spat with the manager resulted in her resignation from the company."
"There was a little spat between the children over the toy."
"The political candidates engaged in a public spat during the debate."
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Word Game Points

Is SPAT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, spat is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

SPAT has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.

Is SPAT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, spat is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
SPAT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.

Is SPAT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, spat is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SPAT has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.

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