Meaning & Definition of word "Sprinkling"
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Sprinkling
/ˈsprɪŋklɪŋ/
noun:
- 1. a light rain or scattering of small drops, or a small amount of something scattered over a surface.
- Example: The gardener added a sprinkling of fertilizer to the soil.
- 2. the act of scattering or sprinkling something.
- Example: She gave the cookies a final sprinkling of powdered sugar before serving them.
verb:
- 1. to scatter or pour small amounts of something over a surface.
- Example: He was sprinkling water on the garden to nourish the plants.
- 2. to cover lightly with a small amount of something.
- Example: She is sprinkling herbs over the pasta for added flavor.
Etymology
Middle English sprenklen, frequentative of sprenken, to sprinkle.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sprinkling of joy:
A small but significant moment of happiness.
sprinkling rain:
A light, brief rain shower.
a sprinkling of laughter:
A small amount of laughter occurring in a situation.
Related Words
sprinkle:
To scatter or splash a small amount of liquid or particles.
sprinkler:
A device that sprays water for irrigation or cooling.
Slang Meanings of sprinkling
Meaning: A little bit of something good.
Example Sentence: Just a sprinkling of fun is all we need for this party.
Meaning: A hint or suggestion of a particular quality.
Example Sentence: That song had a sprinkling of nostalgia.