(ambitransitive) To spit.
Used in a Sentence
expectorated
Definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and sentence examples for expectorated.
Editorial note
On their way to the store, most bulk products have been expectorated on by a number of sweaty men in dirty boots.
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Quick take
(ambitransitive) To spit.
Meaning at a glance
The clearest senses and uses of expectorated gathered in one view.
(ambitransitive) To cough up fluid from the lungs.
Definitions
Core meanings and parts of speech for expectorated.
verb
(ambitransitive) To spit.
verb
(ambitransitive) To cough up fluid from the lungs.
Example sentences
On their way to the store, most bulk products have been expectorated on by a number of sweaty men in dirty boots.
An international competition of the kind proposed by President Macron will in all probability result in a replica of Norman Foster’s Sage Gateshead, expectorated onto the walls of the cathedral, to cling trembling above them like a gob of shiny snot.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.
How do you use expectorated in a sentence?
On their way to the store, most bulk products have been expectorated on by a number of sweaty men in dirty boots.
What does expectorated mean?
(ambitransitive) To spit.
What part of speech is expectorated?
expectorated is commonly used as verb.