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bespatter

 

[ bɪˈspætər ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

splashing liquid

To bespatter means to splash or sprinkle a liquid or substance onto a surface, often resulting in a mark or stain. This action can occur accidentally or purposefully, typically involving some form of fluid. The result is often a series of spots or specks that can create a messy appearance. It can also refer to the act of polluting or making something dirty by scattering substances on it.

Synonyms

spatter, splash, sprinkle

Examples of usage

  • The children began to bespatter each other with paint.
  • He didn't mean to bespatter his clothes with mud.
  • The rain started to bespatter the window panes.
  • The artist would sometimes bespatter the canvas for effect.

Translations

Translations of the word "bespatter" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sujar

🇮🇳 छिड़कना

🇩🇪 bespritzen

🇮🇩 menyemprot

🇺🇦 плювати

🇵🇱 splamić

🇯🇵 飛び散らす

🇫🇷 éclabousser

🇪🇸 salpicar

🇹🇷 sıçratmak

🇰🇷 튀기다

🇸🇦 تلطخ

🇨🇿 posprejovat

🇸🇰 mázať

🇨🇳 溅

🇸🇮 pršiti

🇮🇸 súguleg

🇰🇿 сұйық шашу

🇬🇪 ისვრება

🇦🇿 sıçratmaq

🇲🇽 salpicar

Etymology

The word 'bespatter' has its roots in the Old English word 'spæt', meaning to splash or scatter. The prefix 'be-' is commonly used in English to indicate a marking or saturating effect. Over time, the term evolved to incorporate both the action of splashing and the result of that action, focusing on the distribution of liquid or particles across surfaces. The verb is primarily used in the context of unintentional or messy occurrences, which can imply a lack of precision or control in the action. Literature in the 19th century began to document its usage more extensively, often in artistic or poetic contexts to evoke imagery of chaos or spontaneity. Today, it is frequently used in various contexts, including everyday speech, literature, and even scientific descriptions involving liquids.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,099, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.