Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cuspidor
noun
/ˌkʌs.pɪˈdɔr/
Definition
A cuspidor is a receptacle for spit or saliva, commonly found in places like barbershops or dentists’ offices.
Examples
- The barber provided a cuspidor for clients to use while getting a shave.
- During the dentist appointment, the cuspidor was used to dispose of excess saliva.
- In the old-fashioned saloons, a cuspidor was a common sight on the floor.
Meaning
Originally derived from the Spanish word ‘cuspidora’, it refers to a spit bowl or spittoon used to catch saliva that people might expectorate.
Synonyms
- spittoon
- spit bowl
- expectoration receptacle
