spat

a quarrel about petty points

a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles

a young oyster or other bivalve

come down like raindrops; “Bullets were spatting down on us”

become permanently attached; “mollusks or oysters spat”

strike with a sound like that of falling rain; “Bullets were spatting the leaves”

clap one’s hands or shout after performances to indicate approval

engage in a brief and petty quarrel

spawn; “oysters spat”

clap one’s hands together; “The children were clapping to the music”