Meaning of the word splat in English

What does splat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

splat

US /splæt/
UK /splæt/

Noun

a sound or mark made by something wet striking a surface with force

Example:
The tomato hit the wall with a loud splat.
There was a big red splat on the pavement where the paint can fell.

Verb

to hit a surface with force, especially with a soft, wet sound

Example:
The overripe fruit splatted against the window.
He accidentally splatted paint on his new shirt.

Adverb

with a splat; with a sound or action of something wet hitting a surface forcefully

Example:
The pie landed splat on his face.
The bug hit the windshield and went splat.