nounπShareSpit, usually frothy and of a milky coloration."The sick child coughed, and a small amount of spittle landed on the floor. "bodyphysiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareSomething frothy and white that resembles spit."After the hard practice, the horse had spittle around its mouth. "bodyphysiologysubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareSpit-up or drool of an infant."The baby's shirt was covered in spittle after she finished her bottle. "bodyphysiologyhumanChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA charitable house to receive and care for sick people, later distinguished from a hospital as being especially for those of a low class or meagre financial means."In the 18th century, the poor and destitute with contagious diseases were often sent to the spittle, as the general hospital was reserved for those who could afford better care. "medicinebuildingsocietyhistoryorganizationarchitectureaidserviceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA small sort of spade."The gardener used a small spittle to transplant the delicate seedlings into the larger pot. "utensilagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo dig or stir with a small spade."The gardener carefully spittled around the delicate seedlings, loosening the soil. "agricultureutensilactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
