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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

smearing

/smɛərɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does smearing mean?

verb

To spread or apply something, such as a substance or a rumor, in a way that is not even or controlled. To mark or stain something, especially a surface, with a substance.

Example

"The artist's technique involved smearing paint across the canvas to create a textured effect."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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