Sputtering: meaning, definitions and examples
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sputtering
[ หspษtษrษชล ]
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.
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:
๐ต๐น gaguejando
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคเคชเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช stottern
๐ฎ๐ฉ tergagap
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟะตััััะฑะฐััั
๐ต๐ฑ jฤ kanie
๐ฏ๐ต ใใใๅฃฐ
๐ซ๐ท bรฉgaiement
๐ช๐ธ tartamudeo
๐น๐ท kekeleyerek konuลma
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง๋๋ฌ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุชูุนุซู
๐จ๐ฟ koktรกnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ koktanie
๐จ๐ณ ็ปๅทด
๐ธ๐ฎ zatekanje
๐ฎ๐ธ stama
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะบััั
๐ฌ๐ช แฏแฃแฏแฆแฃแฏแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ dil sรผrรผลmษsi
๐ฒ๐ฝ tartamudeo
Etymology
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.
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- 17515 aggravation
- 17516 predictability
- 17517 beckoned
- 17518 sputtering
- 17519 ruddy
- 17520 persevere
- 17521 teeming
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