IPA: /ˈspɪtər/
KK: /ˈspɪtər/
Definition: A person or thing that spits, often used in contexts like baseball or to describe someone who expresses anger or contempt verbally.
Example: The pitcher threw a spitter to confuse the batter.
IPA: /ˈspɪtəlˌbʌɡ/
KK: /ˈspɪtəlˌbʌg/
Definition: A type of small insect that jumps and creates a frothy mass of liquid on plants, often seen on stems.
Example: The gardener noticed a spittlebug on the stem of the plant, surrounded by its frothy secretion.
IPA: /spɪts/
KK: /spɪts/
Definition: A type of dog that has a thick coat, pointed ears, and a curled tail, often found in northern breeds like the Pomeranian or Samoyed.
Example: The spitz is known for its fluffy fur and friendly personality.
IPA: /splæt/
KK: /splæt/
Definition: In a way that makes a loud, flat sound, often from something hitting a surface.
Example: The paint hit the ground splat, creating a colorful mess.
Definition: A sound made when something hits a surface with force, often producing a splashing or smacking noise.
Example: The paint made a loud splat when it hit the ground.
IPA: //ˈspuːnˌbɪl//
KK: /ˈspuːnˌbɪl/
Definition: A type of wading bird known for its long legs and flat, spoon-shaped bill, often found in wetlands and marshes.
Example: The spoonbill waded through the shallow water, searching for fish.
IPA: /spʊə/
KK: /spʊr/
Definition: A mark or trail left by an animal, especially a wild one, that shows where it has been.
Example: The ranger followed the spoor to find the animal's den.
Definition: To track an animal by following its footprints or traces left behind.
Example: The ranger decided to spoor the deer to learn more about its habits.
IPA: /ˈspʊərər/
KK: /ˈspʊrər/
Definition: A person who tracks animals by following their footprints or scent.
Example: The spoorer carefully followed the animal's tracks through the forest.
IPA: /ˈspɒtɪd/
KK: /spɑtɪd/
Definition: Having marks or stains that look like spots on a surface or material.
Example: The dress was beautiful, with a spotted pattern that caught everyone's attention.
IPA: /ˈspɒti/
KK: /ˈspɑti/
Definition: Having marks or spots on a surface; not uniform in quality or appearance.
Example: The dog has a spotty coat with patches of different colors.
IPA: /ˈsprædəl/
KK: /ˈsprædəl/
Definition: A way of walking where the legs are spread apart.
Example: He walked with a spraddle, making it hard to keep his balance.
Definition: To stand, lie, or move with legs spread apart.
Example: The child spraddled across the playground, trying to balance on one foot.
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