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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

smithereens

/smɪˈθɪəriːnz/ noun · British & US
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What does smithereens mean?

noun

Small pieces of something broken into fragments, often used to describe something that has been smashed or shattered. A verb form of the word is also used to describe the act of smashing or shattering something.

Example

"The vase was broken into smithereens when it fell to the floor."

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