Spatting: meaning, definitions and examples
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spatting
[ หspรฆtษชล ]
conflict, argument
Spatting refers to engaging in a petty quarrel or dispute, often characterized by trivial disagreements or bickering. This term is commonly used to describe minor conflicts that can occur between individuals or groups, typically resulting from misunderstandings or exaggerated concerns. Spatting is often seen as informal or casual, suggesting that the issues at hand may not be of significant importance. Despite its trivial nature, spats can sometimes escalate if not resolved promptly.
Synonyms
argue, bicker, dispute, quarrel, squabble.
Examples of usage
- The siblings were spatting over who would control the TV remote.
- They had a brief spat about their favorite movie.
- The neighbors found themselves spatting about fence repairs.
Translations
Translations of the word "spatting" in other languages:
๐ต๐น disputa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคกเคผเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Streit
๐ฎ๐ฉ perdebatan
๐บ๐ฆ ััะฟะตัะตัะบะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ kลรณtnia
๐ฏ๐ต ๅฃ่ซ
๐ซ๐ท dispute
๐ช๐ธ disputa
๐น๐ท tartฤฑลma
๐ฐ๐ท ๋คํผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ูุงูุดุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ roztrลพka
๐ธ๐ฐ hรกdka
๐จ๐ณ ไบๅต
๐ธ๐ฎ prepir
๐ฎ๐ธ deila
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะดะฐัะปะฐััััั
๐ฌ๐ช แจแแฏแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mรผbahisษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ discusiรณn
Etymology
The word 'spatting' is derived from the verb 'spat', which itself came from the late 19th century slang term for a brief fight or altercation. It is thought to be an onomatopoeic term, mimicking the sound of a slap or light hitting, which symbolizes the minor, often playful nature of the disputes it describes. Over time, the term evolved within informal contexts to denote a variety of squabbles or unfriendly exchanges, typically without serious consequences. The usage of 'spatting' has remained in the colloquial register, emphasizing its association with trivial disagreements rather than substantial conflicts. Its prevalence in contemporary dialogue highlights the commonality of petty disputes in daily interactions.