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smattering

noun

/ˈsmætərɪŋ/

Meaning

A small amount or superficial knowledge of something.

He has a smattering of Spanish.

bit, trace, touch, fragment, superficial knowledge

abundance, depth, mastery

smattering of knowledge, smattering of applause, smattering of Spanish

A person who makes or sells wine.

a type of tree that bears cones and evergreen needle-like leaves, such as pine or fir

a playing card with a picture of a jester, used as a wild card; a person who is fond of joking

A small ceremonial mallet used by a judge or an auctioneer to signal attention or mark a decision.

A liability or tendency to suffer from a particular condition, hold a particular attitude, or act in...

A storehouse for grain; a region that produces a large amount of grain