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sputtering

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Noun — A series of short, irregular popping or spitting noises.

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What does “sputtering” mean?

The word “sputtering” means a series of short, irregular popping or spitting noises. In plain terms, the spitting, popping sound something (like an engine) makes when it's struggling to run, or a technical coating process in physics.

How do you use “sputtering” in a sentence?

Here is “sputtering” used in a sentence: “The old engine's sputtering got worse as it warmed up.”

What part of speech is “sputtering”?

“Sputtering” is a noun.

How many meanings does “sputtering” have?

“Sputtering” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a series of short, irregular popping or spitting noises.

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