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smatter
[smat-er]
verb (used with object)
to speak (a language, words, etc.) with superficial knowledge or understanding.
to dabble in.
noun
a slight or superficial knowledge; smattering.
She gets by with only a smatter of musical knowledge.
a small amount or number; smattering.
a smatter of applause; smatters of nervous laughter.
smatter
/ ˈæə /
noun
a smattering
verb
rare(intr) to prattle
archaic(tr) to dabble in
Other 51Թ Forms
- smatterer noun
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of smatter1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of smatter1
Example Sentences
A smattering of customers walked through Santee Alley — a normally colorful experience.
Couches and chairs were arranged in a circle with a smattering of throw rugs at the center.
With a smattering of Electric Six's saucy disco funk, Milkshake Man is tasty enough to get Australia back in the finals after only achieving a semi last year.
But there also were many seniors on fixed incomes who had paid off their homes decades ago, as well as a smattering of young, middle-income families.
Those who stayed offered a smattering of applause, yet it was an empty gesture.
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