besmear

verb

be·​smear bi-ˈsmir How to pronounce besmear (audio)
bē-
besmeared; besmearing; besmears

Examples of besmear in a Sentence

besmeared the napkin with jelly

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of besmear was before the 12th century

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Cite this Entry

“Besmear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/besmear. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

besmear

verb
be·​smear bi-ˈsmi(ə)r How to pronounce besmear (audio)
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