SPRINKLE Meaning and
Definition
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Sprinkle, as a verb, refers to the act of scattering, distributing, or dispersing small drops, particles, or objects over a surface or area. It is typically done in a haphazard or random way. This can involve lightly showering or tossing something onto a specific location or spreading it across a wider space. It is often associated with the action of causing these small drops or particles to fall in a gentle, even, or intermittent manner.
When used as a noun, sprinkle refers to the small drops, particles, or objects themselves that have been scattered or distributed on a surface. It can also refer to a light rainfall or the act of sprinkling something as a form of decoration or flavor enhancement. As a noun, it can represent a small amount of something or a brief and light occurrence.
The term sprinkle is commonly applied in various contexts, such as cooking, gardening, and weather. In cooking, it often involves adding a small amount of a condiment, spice, or garnish to enhance the taste or appearance of a dish. Similarly, in gardening, sprinkling refers to the act of evenly distributing water over plants or flowerbeds to maintain or promote growth. As for weather, it captures the gentle and intermittent fall of raindrops or snowflakes. Overall, sprinkle describes the act of dispersing or the scattered result of small drops, particles, or objects in a random or even manner.
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• To scatter; to disperse; to scatter a liquid; to cleanse or purify by sprinkling.
• A small quantity scattered.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of SPRINKLE
The word "sprinkle" can be traced back to the Middle English term "sprenkelen", which was derived from the Old English word "sprencan". This Old English word meant "to sprinkle" or "to scatter", and it is believed to have roots in the Proto-Germanic word "sprenganą" meaning "to spring, jump, or burst". Further, this Proto-Germanic word can be linked to the Proto-Indo-European root "sperg" or "spreg", which conveys the idea of "to strew, sow, scatter". Over time, the word "sprinkle" has remained relatively consistent in its meaning and usage, referring to the act of scattering or dispersing small droplets or particles over something.
Idioms with the word SPRINKLE
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sprinkle sth on(to) sm or sth
The idiom "sprinkle something on(to) someone or something" means to scatter or disperse small amounts of something onto someone or something, usually in a light and gentle manner.
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sprinkle sm or sth with sth
The idiom "sprinkle something or someone with something" typically refers to the act of adding a small amount of a substance onto something or someone in a random or light manner. It can also be used figuratively to indicate the addition of a small amount of something to enhance or improve it.
Similar spelling words for SPRINKLE
- springfield,
- spareness,
- spring gun,
- springy,
- springbok,
- springiness,
- springless,
- spring,
- springtide,
- sprinkles,
- sprinkling,
- spurn,
- sprinkled,
- springing,
- sprankle,
- spermicide,
- sparing,
- springlike,
- springtail,
- sprint,
- sporran,
- spirant,
- sprain,
- springer,
- spurned,
- springston,
- spurner,
- springs,
- spiranthes,
- sporanox,
- spurring,
- sparingly,
- Spearing,
- sprinkler,
- springbuck,
- sparano,
- sparring,
- sprinter,
- springtime.
Conjugate verb Sprinkle
CONDITIONAL
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CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS
I
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT
I
would have sprinkle
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CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE
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FUTURE CONTINUOUS
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FUTURE PERFECT
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FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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IMPERATIVE
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sprinkle
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let´s sprinkle
to sprinkle
PAST
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sprinkled
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sprinkled
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sprinkled
PAST CONTINUOUS
I
was sprinkling
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PAST PARTICIPLE
sprinkled
PAST PERFECT
I
had sprinkled
you
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PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS
I
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PRESENT
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sprinkles
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PRESENT CONTINUOUS
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am sprinkling
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PRESENT PARTICIPLE
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PRESENT PERFECT
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PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS
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