spat

noun

A larva of an oyster or similar bivalve that has settled by attaching to a surface.

noun

A brief quarrel.

noun

A slap or smack.

noun

A spattering sound, as of raindrops.

intransitive verb

To engage in a brief quarrel.

intransitive verb

To strike with a light spattering sound; slap.

intransitive verb

To slap.

noun

A cloth or leather gaiter covering the shoe upper and the ankle and fastening under the shoe with a strap.

noun

A spot; stain; place.