Smooth: meaning, definitions and examples

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smooth

[ smuːð ]

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skin

Having an even and level surface; free from perceptible projections, lumps, or indentations.

Synonyms

even, flat, level

Examples of usage

The baby's skin was soft and smooth.
She ran her hand over the smooth surface of the table.

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motion

In a way that is without harshness or roughness, often describing a gentle or fluid movement.

Synonyms

effortlessly, fluidly, gracefully

Examples of usage

The ball rolled smoothly across the floor.
She danced smoothly across the stage.

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action

To make (something) free from bumps, ridges, or other unevenness.

Synonyms

even out, flatten, polish

Examples of usage

He used sandpaper to smooth the rough edges of the wood.
She smoothed out the wrinkles in the fabric.

Translations

Translations of the word "smooth" in other languages:

🇵🇹 suave

🇮🇳 मुलायम

🇩🇪 glatt

🇮🇩 halus

🇺🇦 гладкий

🇵🇱 gładki

🇯🇵 滑らか（な）

🇫🇷 lisse

🇪🇸 suave

🇹🇷 pürüzsüz

🇰🇷 부드러운

🇸🇦 ناعم

🇨🇿 hladký

🇸🇰 hladký

🇨🇳 光滑

🇸🇮 gladek

🇮🇸 slétt

🇰🇿 тегіс

🇬🇪 გლუვი

🇦🇿 hamar

🇲🇽 suave

Word origin

The word 'smooth' has its origins in the Old English word 'smōth', which meant flat or even. Over time, it has evolved to encompass the idea of being without roughness or bumps. The concept of smoothness has been valued across various cultures and time periods, symbolizing elegance, efficiency, and grace. Whether referring to surfaces, movements, or actions, 'smooth' continues to be a descriptor associated with a sense of ease and fluidity.

See also: smoothie, smoothing, smoothly, smoothness.