Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sprinkle
verb
/ˈsprɪŋ.kəl/
Definition
To scatter or pour small bits or drops of something over a surface.
Examples
- She decided to sprinkle some cheese on top of the pasta.
- After the rain, he saw the water droplets sprinkle the grass.
- They like to sprinkle a little sugar on their fruit salads.
Meaning
The act of lightly distributing small amounts of a substance, such as water, salt, or toppings.
Synonyms
- scatter
- disperse
- dust
- spatter
- spritz
