1. to speak in a confused, excited, or angry way with incomplete words
2. to make spitting sounds while speaking, often spraying saliva
3. to make irregular popping or crackling sounds

Examples

• He spluttered angrily when accused of cheating.
• She spluttered with indignation at the unfair treatment.
• The old man spluttered as he tried to explain what happened.
• The engine spluttered and died on the highway.
• The candle spluttered in the wind before going out.
• He spluttered through his drink when he heard the joke.
• The radio spluttered with static during the storm.