sprinkling

Meanings

• Verb

  The act of scattering small particles or droplets over a surface.

  - "Sprinkling water on plants keeps them hydrated."
  - "The chef sprinkled cinnamon over the apple pie."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sprinkling
drippings , hippings , flippings , clippings

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Variants

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sprinkling , sprinklings , sprinkle , sprinkled , sprinkler , sprinklers , sprinkles

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Etymology

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The word 'sprinkling' originated from the Old English word 'sprincan' which means 'to spring up or jump'. The verb form of the word evolved to mean 'to scatter in small drops'.

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Trivia

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1. Sprinkling rain is often considered good luck in some cultures.

2. The term 'sprinkler' is also used to describe a type of fire hydrant.

3. The act of sprinkling water on crops is called irrigation.

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Related Concepts

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1. Sprinkler: A device used to distribute water or other substances over a large area.

2. Sprinkling rain: Light rain that falls in small droplets.

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Culture

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Sprinkling has various cultural significances. In some religious practices, water is sprinkled to purify and bless the individual. In cooking, herbs and spices are often sprinkled over dishes to enhance their flavor. In literature, the word 'sprinkling' is used figuratively to describe the scattering of ideas or details.

How to Memorize "sprinkling"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person scattering small particles over a surface.
   - Visualize water droplets being scattered in the air.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'sprinkling' with the image of rain.
   - Connect the word with the image of someone scattering seeds.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Sprinkle Small Particles Over Surfaces' to remember the definition of the word.
   - Create a memorable phrase using the word 'sprinkling' to help remember its meaning.

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