strew — To scatter or spread things untidily over a surface or area.
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: To scatter or spread things untidily over a surface or area.
Pronunciation (IPA): /struː/
Korean meaning: 흩뿌리다, 어지럽게 널어놓다
Korean pronunciation: 스트루 (강세: 스트루)
Example Sentences
- My little brother strewed his toys across the living room like a tiny tornado had hit.
- The chef accidentally strewed salt instead of sugar on the cake.
- Rose petals were strewn along the wedding aisle.
strew
VERB//struː//
To scatter or spread things untidily over a surface or area.
To scatter or spread things untidily over a surface or area.
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The crew strews treasures while they brew!
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Origin
From Old English 'streowian' meaning 'to scatter or spread'. It comes from a Germanic root shared with German 'streuen', both relating to the action of sprinkling or dispersing things.
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“My little brother strewed his toys across the living room like a tiny tornado had hit.”
“The chef accidentally strewed salt instead of sugar on the cake.”
“Rose petals were strewn along the wedding aisle.”
“Books and clothes were strewn about the dorm room after the party.”
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