smattering
|smat-ter-ing|
C1
/ˈsmætərɪŋ/
small amount
Etymology
Etymology Information
'smattering' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'smeten,' where 'smet-' meant 'to smear or stain.'
Historical Evolution
'smeten' transformed into the modern English word 'smattering' through gradual linguistic evolution.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to smear or stain,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small amount or superficial knowledge.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39