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sprinkle

[ˈsprɪŋk(ə)l]

sprinkle Definition

  • 1scatter (a substance) in small drops or particles over something
  • 2rain lightly

Using sprinkle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "sprinkle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She sprinkled some salt on the salad.

  • Example

    The rain sprinkled the flowers.

  • Example

    He sprinkled some sugar on his cereal.

  • Example

    The chef sprinkled some herbs on the dish.

sprinkle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for sprinkle

Antonyms for sprinkle

Phrases with sprinkle

  • cover (something) with small drops or particles of a substance

    Example

    Sprinkle the cake with powdered sugar.

  • to scatter something downwards

    Example

    The bird sprinkled down feathers as it preened itself.

  • to scatter something outwards

    Example

    The fireworks sprinkled out sparks and colors.

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Summary: sprinkle in Brief

The verb 'sprinkle' [ˈsprɪŋk(ə)l] means to scatter a substance in small drops or particles over something, or to rain lightly. It is often used in cooking, gardening, and weather contexts, such as 'She sprinkled some salt on the salad.' 'Sprinkle' can also be used in phrases like 'sprinkle with,' meaning to cover something with small drops or particles of a substance.

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