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Definition of Spitting
1. Noun. The act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva).
Exact synonyms: Expectoration, Spit
Generic synonyms: Ejection, Expulsion, Forcing Out, Projection
Derivative terms: Expectorate, Spit, Spit
Generic synonyms: Ejection, Expulsion, Forcing Out, Projection
Derivative terms: Expectorate, Spit, Spit
Definition of Spitting
1. spit [v] - See also: spit
Medical Definition of Spitting
1. 1. Mucus and other fluids formed in the air passages and upper food passages (the mouth), and expelled by coughing. See: sputum. 2. The act of spitting; the expelling from the mouth of saliva, mucus, and other material from the air or upper food passages. Synonym: spitting. (05 Mar 2000)