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scatter

verb

/ˈskætər/

Meaning

to spread or throw around in different directions

The wind scattered the leaves across the yard.

spread, disperse, distribute, sprinkle

gather, collect, assemble, concentrate

scatter around, scatter widely, scatter seeds, scatter randomly

To gradually decrease in width, thickness, or intensity.

to catch and hold by legal authority; to stop suddenly

to calm or send to sleep, typically with soothing sounds or movements

To move from one place to another; to hand over.

to make or become hot or warm; to raise temperature

To participate or become involved in; to attract or hold attention.