Definition of smear
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a
: a viscous or sticky substance
b
: a spot made by or as if by an unctuous or adhesive substance
3
: a usually unsubstantiated charge or accusation against a person or organization
—often used attributively a smear campaigna smear job
smear
verb
smeared; smearing; smears
Definition of smear (Entry 2 of 2)
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The first known use of smear was before the 12th century
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