Main Entry:

¹smooth

Pronunciation:

\ˈsmüth\

Function:

adjective

Etymology:

Middle English smothe, from Old English smōth; akin to Old Saxon smōthi smooth

Date:

before 12th century

1 a (1): having a continuous even surface (2)of a curve : being the representation of a function with a continuous first derivative (3): having or being a short even coat of hair <a smooth collie> — compare rough, wirehaired b: being without hair c: glabrous <a smooth leaf> d: causing no resistance to sliding2: free from difficulties or impediments <the smooth course of his life>3: even and uninterrupted in flow or flight4: excessively and often artfully suave : ingratiating <a smooth operator>5 a: serene, equable <a smooth disposition> b: amiable, courteous6 a: not sharp or harsh <a smooth sherry> b: free from lumps

synonyms see level, easy, suave

— smooth adverb

— smooth·ly adverb

— smooth·ness noun