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Sputtering: meaning, definitions and examples

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sputtering

 

[ หˆspษ™tษ™rษชล‹ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

mechanical failure

Sputtering refers to the irregular and often explosive ejection of small particles or droplets that can occur in various contexts, such as engines or electronic devices. This term is often associated with malfunctioning mechanisms that produce inconsistent output or performance.

Synonyms

choking, faltering, spluttering

Examples of usage

  • The engine started sputtering before it finally stalled.
  • The old generator was sputtering and needed repairs.
  • The fireworks sputtered before they finally exploded.
Context #2 | Verb

speaking

In the context of speech, sputtering indicates speaking in a hesitant or stumbling manner, often due to nervousness or excitement. This can involve the repeated uttering of sounds or words, making the speech less coherent.

Synonyms

faltering, stammering, stuttering

Examples of usage

  • He began sputtering his words during the presentation.
  • She sputtered out an apology, unsure of what to say.
  • His excitement caused him to sputter when trying to explain the news.

Translations

Translations of the word "sputtering" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gaguejando

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคพเค‚เคชเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช stottern

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tergagap

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะตั€ั‚ัƒั€ะฑะฐั†ั–ั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ jฤ…kanie

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‹ใ™ใ‚Œๅฃฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bรฉgaiement

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ tartamudeo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kekeleyerek konuลŸma

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ง๋”๋“ฌ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชู„ุนุซู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ koktรกnรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ koktanie

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป“ๅทด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zatekanje

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะตะบั–ั€ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒฃแƒฏแƒฆแƒฃแƒฏแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dil sรผrรผลŸmษ™si

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tartamudeo

Word origin

The word 'sputter' has its origins in the Middle English 'sputtren', meaning to spit or to project. Its roots can be traced back to the Old English 'sputtan', which also indicates ejecting liquid or small particles. The contemporary use of 'sputtering' has evolved to encompass a broader range of meanings, including both mechanical and verbal contexts. The shift in usage over time reflects technological advancements and the way language adapts to describe new phenomena. By the 19th century, 'sputtering' was commonly used to describe the irregular sounds made by engines and machines, imbuing the term with an auditory quality that has persisted in modern usage.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #17,518, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.