Pronunciation: /ˈskætərɪŋ/
noun the action or process of spreading or dispersing something
A1 The scattering of leaves in the wind was a beautiful sight.
A2 The scattering of seeds allows plants to spread and grow in new areas.
B1 The scattering of light through a prism creates a rainbow of colors.
B2 The scattering of pollen by bees helps with the pollination of flowers.
C1 The scattering of ashes after a cremation ceremony is a symbolic gesture of letting go.
C2 The scattering of sand dunes by strong winds can reshape the landscape over time.
adjective related to something that is spread out or dispersed
A1 The scattering leaves made a crunchy sound under my feet.
A2 The scattering of confetti added a festive touch to the party.
B1 The scattering clouds in the sky indicated that a storm was approaching.
B2 The scattering of stars in the night sky was a breathtaking sight.
C1 The scattering of evidence at the crime scene made it difficult for investigators to piece together what happened.
C2 The scattering of information in the report made it hard to draw any definitive conclusions.
formal The phenomenon of light scattering is extensively studied in physics.
informal The scattering of sunlight makes the room feel brighter.
slang I tried to hit the target, but my shot ended up scattering all over the place.
figurative The scattering of leaves in the wind symbolizes the fleeting nature of life.
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