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smattering

[ smat-er-ing ]

noun

  1. a slight, superficial, or introductory knowledge of something:

    a smattering of Latin.

  2. a small amount or number:

    She’s written a smattering of poetry.



adjective

  1. slight or superficial.

smattering

/ ˈ²õ³¾Ã¦³ÙÉ™°ùɪŋ /

noun

  1. a slight or superficial knowledge
  2. a small amount
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged†2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Derived Forms

  • ˈ²õ³¾²¹³Ù³Ù±ð°ù¾±²Ô²µ±ô²â, adverb
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Other ˜yÐÄvlog Forms

  • ²õ³¾²¹³Ùt±ð°ù·¾±²Ô²µÂ·±ô²â adverb
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of smattering1

First recorded in 1530–40; smatter + -ing 1( def ).
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The songs performed are popular music, with a few smatterings of classics from the last century, including “California Dreamin’†by the Mamas & the Papas and the John Denver hit “Take Me Home, Country Roads.â€

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However, a smattering of experts consider Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. a viable first pick as well.

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As we returned to the Grace E. Simons Lodge parking lot, a smattering of childrens’ birthday parties were just getting underway in the park.

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Garnish with chopped hazelnuts, a smattering of minced chives and some of the chopped fennel fronds.

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To add some body, opt for crème fraîche or plain yogurt or go lighter with just a smattering of freshly chopped chives.

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