Splashing: meaning, definitions and examples

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splashing

[ ˈsplæʃɪŋ ]

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water activities

The action or sound of water hitting or moving in a lively or energetic way.

Synonyms

dashing, spattering, spraying

Examples of usage

The splashing of the waves against the shore was soothing.
We could hear the splashing of the children playing in the pool.

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water activities

To cause water or other liquid to move in a lively or energetic way.

Synonyms

spatter, sprinkle, spritz

Examples of usage

The kids were splashing around in the puddles after the rain.
She splashed water on her face to cool down.

Translations

Translations of the word "splashing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 splashing

🇮🇳 छपकना

🇩🇪 Spritz

🇮🇩 percikan

🇺🇦 сплеск

🇵🇱 pluskanie

🇯🇵 跳ねること

🇫🇷 éclaboussement

🇪🇸 salpicadura

🇹🇷 sıçrama

🇰🇷 튀기기

🇸🇦 رش

🇨🇿 cákání

🇸🇰 špliechanie

🇨🇳 溅水

🇸🇮 pršenje

🇮🇸 sprenging

🇰🇿 шашырау

🇬🇪 სხვენა

🇦🇿 sıçrama

🇲🇽 salpicadura

Word origin

The word 'splashing' is derived from the Middle English word 'splaishen', which is related to the Dutch word 'splasen'. The concept of splashing has been observed in various cultures throughout history, often associated with water play and recreational activities. The act of splashing water is commonly seen as a form of enjoyment and expression of energy.