splutter
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/ˈsplʌtər/
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/ˈsplʌtə(r)/
To speak in a quick, messy way because you're upset or surprised, sometimes making sounds like you're spitting.
He spluttered in disbelief when he heard the news.
他听到这个消息时,难以置信地结结巴巴。
To make short, sudden sounds like something is spitting out or not working properly.
The old car spluttered before it finally started.
那辆旧车在最终启动前发出了突突声。
A short, explosive sound, like something is spitting out or not working well.
The engine made a splutter before it roared to life.
引擎在轰鸣声中启动前发出了突突声。