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Þ þ (thorn)
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1.
sputten
v.
5 quotations in 1 sense
Sense / Definition
To make inducement, urge; incite (sb.), urge.
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spitten
v.(1)
59 quotations in 3 senses
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(a) To spit out saliva, expectorate a liquid; spit (in someone's eyes, on sth., etc.); also, of sparks of fire: shoot out; (b) to spit out (blood, pennies, etc.); also
fig.
; also, exhale (fiery…
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