CEFR B1

smeared

verb

Meaning

To spread or wipe a greasy, sticky, or messy substance over a surface in a careless or untidy way.

Examples

The child smeared chocolate all over his face.
Be careful not to smear the paint before it dries.

Synonyms: spread, smudge, daub, besmear

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smeared (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈsmɪər/

Definition

To spread or wipe a greasy, sticky, or messy substance over a surface in a careless or untidy way.

Examples

The child smeared chocolate all over his face.
Be careful not to smear the paint before it dries.

How to Use smeared

smear with (prepositional phrase): To cover a surface with a substance. — "He smeared the toast with jam."
smear across (prepositional phrase): To spread a substance over an area. — "She smeared the paint across the canvas."

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