Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

spatter

verb
/ˈspætər/
Definition
To scatter or splash liquid or small particles in multiple directions.
Examples
  • The painter would spatter paint onto the canvas to create a unique design.
  • Rain began to spatter against the window during the storm.
  • As the car passed by, it spattered muddy water onto the sidewalk.
Meaning
Spatter refers to the action of something being thrown or splashed, often resulting in droplets or particles dispersing from the main source.
Synonyms
  • spray
  • splatter
  • scatter
  • dash