daub (C2)
verb
Pronunciation: /dɔːb/
Definition
To apply a substance like paint, mud, or plaster in a rough, careless, or thick manner.
Examples
She continued to daub thick layers of oil paint onto the canvas without using a brush.
The workers had to daub the walls with a mixture of clay and straw to insulate the cottage.
He noticed a small daub of grease on his shirt after working under the car.
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