“Spits” or “Spitz”

Overview

spits / spitz are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

spits: (noun) a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea. (noun) a skewer for holding meat over a fire. (noun) the act of spitting (forcefully expelling saliva). (verb) expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth. (verb) utter with anger or contempt.

spitz: (noun) any of various stocky heavy-coated breeds of dogs native to northern regions having pointed muzzles and erect ears with a curled furry tail.

Pronunciation

spits: s·p·IH·t·s

spitz: s·p·IH·t·s

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