"spit take" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: spit takes [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} spit take (plural spit takes)
  1. (acting) A take (recorded performance), generally expressing surprise or disbelief, in which the actor in the act of drinking spits out the drink. Wikipedia link: Spit-take Categories (topical): Acting Synonyms: spit-take
    Sense id: en-spit_take-en-noun-gIX0zn9Z Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header Topics: acting, broadcasting, entertainment, film, lifestyle, media, television, theater

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