spittle meaning

UK US /ˈspɪtəl/ 2 syllables

spittle (noun): 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.

Definition of spittle

  1. 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

    Synonyms: saliva, spit

    Type of: secretion

    Kinds: drool, tobacco juice

How to pronounce spittle

spittle is pronounced /ˈspɪtəl/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with spittle

Scrabble score: 9 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with SP · words ending in LE · 7-letter words

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