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smattering
Smattering (noun) means a small amount of knowledge about a subject, not deep.
noun
1
A small amount of knowledge about a subject, not deep.
"She knows a smattering of Greek, but not enough to carry on a conversation."
2
A small number or quantity of something.
"He was introduced to a smattering of boos from the crowd, a sign of the presence of fans from Notre Dame and other Big Ten schools."
— Teddy Greenstein, Jim Harbaugh rates Wrigley Field atmosphere 'A+++' (2016)
"There’s only a smattering of people who oppose the first amendment."
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Etymology
Formed from smatter and -ing.
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Rhymes for smattering
peering
tapering
lowering
covering
offering
entering
altering
cheering
steering
uttering
ordering
towering
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of smattering?
"smattering" (noun) means a small amount of knowledge about a subject, not deep.
What is another word for smattering?
Other words for "smattering" include smatter, handful, dab, diddly, bit, atom.
What is the opposite of smattering?
The opposite of "smattering" is oodles.
What are the different meanings of smattering?
"smattering" has 2 main meanings: 1. A small amount of knowledge about a subject, not deep; 2. A small number or quantity of something.
