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Vocabulary Entry
smear
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A mark or streak of something, often a substance that can stain or smudge.
Example Sentences
"There was a smear of paint on the wall."
"She noticed a smear of chocolate on his shirt."
"The artist created a beautiful smear of colors on the canvas."
V
verb
To spread a substance over a surface or to make a mark by rubbing.
Example Sentences
"He began to smear the butter on the toast."
"She accidentally smeared ink on her fingers."
"The detective aimed to smear the reputation of the suspect."