n. Function: verb
1 to utter (words or ejaculations) hastily, explosively, and sometimes indistinctly FF1C; pompously sputtering his objections FF1E;
Synonyms: rip (out), spit, splutter
Related Words: ejaculate, eject, throw (out); gibber, jabber; bluster, heckle, hector, rage, rant, rave, storm
2 to make a series of sudden short crackling or popping sounds FF1C; bacon sputtering in the pan FF1E;
Synonyms: spatter, spit, splutter
Related Words: crackle, pop; hiss