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to smear
01
to spread a substance over a surface in a messy or uneven manner
Transitive: to smear a substance across a surface | to smear a substance on a surface
02
to tarnish someone's reputation with unfounded or malicious claims
Transitive: to smear a person or their reputation
03
to spread a dirty or unclean substance over a surface, resulting in a stain or discoloration
Transitive: to smear a surface | to smear a surface with a dirty substance
04
(climbing) to use the friction of one's shoe against the rock surface to gain traction and support
Intransitive
Smear
01
an act that brings discredit to the person who does it
02
a blemish made by dirt
03
a thin tissue or blood sample spread on a glass slide and stained for cytologic examination and diagnosis under a microscope
04
slanderous defamation
smear
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Example
The chef smeared sauce on the plate to add a decorative touch to the dish.
The child smeared paint on the wall, creating abstract patterns.
She accidentally smeared ink across the page, leaving a messy blot.
She smeared lipstick on her lips without using a mirror, resulting in uneven application.
He smeared grease on the gears to keep them running smoothly.
