spitter

/ˈspɪtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who spits frequently, especially one who spits tobacco juice.

“The spitter in the back of the restaurant was difficult to ignore.”

2. noun

A device for spraying a liquid, such as water or oil.

“The farmer used a spitter to apply insecticide to the crops.”

3. verb

To spit or spray something, especially in a forceful or sudden manner.

“The firehose spitter shot water high into the air.”

Synonyms

  • spewer
  • sprayer

Antonyms

  • collector
  • gatherer