Bestrewing: meaning, definitions and examples
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bestrewing
[ bɪˈstruːɪŋ ]
scattering widely
Bestrewing refers to the act of scattering or spreading something across an area. It often implies a random or widespread distribution of items, such as flowers, seeds, or even opinions. The term invokes a sense of abundance and can be used both in literal and metaphorical senses. For instance, one could bestrew petals across a path for a festive occasion or bestrew a conversation with varied perspectives.
Synonyms
disperse, scatter, spatter, spread, sprinkle
Examples of usage
- She bestrewed the garden with colorful flowers.
- The poet bestrewed his verses with vivid imagery.
- They bestrew the floor with confetti during the celebration.
Translations
Translations of the word "bestrewing" in other languages:
🇵🇹 dispersão
🇮🇳 फैलाव
🇩🇪 Streuung
🇮🇩 penyebaran
🇺🇦 розсипання
🇵🇱 rozprzestrzenianie
🇯🇵 散布する
🇫🇷 dispersion
🇪🇸 dispersión
🇹🇷 dağıtma
🇰🇷 분산
🇸🇦 توزيع
🇨🇿 rozptýlení
🇸🇰 rozptýlenie
🇨🇳 散布
🇸🇮 razpršitev
🇮🇸 dreifing
🇰🇿 таралу
🇬🇪 გაფანტვა
🇦🇿 yayılma
🇲🇽 dispersión
Etymology
The word 'bestrew' originates from the combination of the prefix 'be-' which comes from Old English 'on' or 'around', and the root 'strewn', which is the past participle of 'strewn', meaning to scatter or spread. The term has its roots in Middle English 'bestrewen', which meant to cover or spread over. It reflects a common practice in various cultures of scattering items as part of rituals, celebrations, or decoration. Over time, the word has evolved, retaining its original meaning while broadening its context to include metaphorical usages in literature and language.