Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
smatter
verb
/ˈsmæt.ər/
Definition
To speak or learn a little about a particular subject.
Examples
- She chose to smatter a few words in French during her trip to Paris.
- He can smatter about many topics but lacks depth in any of them.
Meaning
Smatter refers to having a superficial or limited knowledge of a subject. It implies a casual or haphazard approach to learning.
Synonyms
- dabble
- skimp
- know a little
- tinker
