Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
spittle
noun
/ˈspɪtəl/
Definition
Spittle refers to saliva or any liquid that is spat out from the mouth.
Examples
- The dog was so excited that it left a trail of spittle on the floor.
- After the sneeze, he wiped the spittle from his chin.
- During his speech, the speaker’s spittle became quite noticeable.
Meaning
It usually indicates saliva that has been ejected, sometimes in a casual or unintentional manner.
Synonyms
- saliva
- drool
- slobber
- spit
