Spit (Noun)
Meaning 1
A skewer for holding meat over a fire.
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Nouns denoting man-made objects.
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Meaning 2
A narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural objects (not man-made).
Examples
- The spit of land was a popular spot for beachgoers and surfers alike.
- A lighthouse stood at the end of the spit, warning ships of the rocky coastline.
- The spit was formed over thousands of years through the accumulation of sand and sediment.
- As the tide came in, the spit was slowly submerged underwater, revealing hidden coves and tide pools.
- The narrow spit of land was a haven for seabirds, who nested in the dunes and scrubby vegetation.
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Meaning 3
The act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva).
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
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Meaning 4
A clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.