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a young oyster or other bivalve become permanently attached; "mollusks or oysters spat" strike with a sound like that of falling rain; "Bullets were spatting the leaves" engage in a brief and petty quarrel spawn; "oysters spat" a cloth covering (a legging) that provides covering for the instep and ankles come down like raindrops; "Bullets were spatting down on us" clap one''s hands together; "The children were clapping to the music" clap one''s hands or shout after performances to indicate approval a quarrel about petty points |
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