Spit Definition

spit
noun
  1. a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea
  2. 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
  3. a skewer for holding meat over a fire
  4. the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva)
verb
  1. expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth; "The father of the victim spat at the alleged murderer"
  2. utter with anger or contempt
  3. rain gently; "It has only sprinkled, but the roads are slick"
  4. drive a skewer through; "skewer the meat for the BBQ"

"Spit" in song lyrics

See how spit is used in real songs:

  • "Ya can't get wid the words that I spit"
    7L & Esoteric — Warning - Knife in Face
  • "Cuz I make kids purpose second nature to spit"
    7L & Esoteric f/ Army of the Pharaohs — This is War
  • "From every word I spit"
    7L & Esoteric — First Letter

Usage tips for "spit"

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