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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

smears

/smɛərz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does smears mean?

noun, verb

A smear is a mark or stain, especially one that is difficult to remove. To smear is to apply or spread something, often in a careless or uncontrolled manner.

Example

"The athlete's uniform had a large smear of mud on the sleeve."

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