Meaning & use

Spattering

verb·Everyday

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Scattering small drops or spots of a liquid over a surface.

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Grease was spattering all over the stove as the bacon fried.

A spattering of applause greeted the mayor's announcement.

A note on using this word

Also used as a noun for a light, scattered amount of something, such as a spattering of rain or applause.

Words with a similar meaning

splashingsprinkling

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