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Meaning of sprinkled
The primary meaning of the word "sprinkled" is to scatter or disperse something in small amounts over a surface.
Etymology of sprinkled
The word "sprinkled" has its roots in the Old English word "sprincan", which means to sprinkle or scatter.
The modern English verb "sprinkle" emerged in the 14th century, and its past tense and past participle form "sprinkled" has been in use since then.
Synonyms
Definitions
- The word "sprinkled" is defined by Oxford Languages as the past tense and past participle of the verb "sprinkle", which means to scatter or disperse something in small amounts over a surface.
- It can also be used to describe something that is scattered or dispersed, such as a sprinkling of powder or a sprinkling of rain.
Usage Examples
- The cake was sprinkled with powdered sugar before serving.
- The garden was sprinkled with rain, which helped the plants grow.
- The teacher sprinkled the students with praise for their good work.