Definition of Spat

  • () imp. of Spit.
  • (n.) A young oyster or other bivalve mollusk, both before and after it first becomes adherent, or such young, collectively.
  • (v. i. & t.) To emit spawn; to emit, as spawn.
  • (n.) A light blow with something flat.
  • (n.) Hence, a petty combat, esp. a verbal one; a little quarrel, dispute, or dissension.
  • (v. i.) To dispute.
  • (v. t.) To slap, as with the open hand; to clap together; as the hands.
  • () of Spit

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