Smear ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Smear ( verb )

1. Spread (a substance) over a surface or an object in a thin layer.
2. Make or leave a mark or dirty mark on a surface or an object.
3. Damage or tarnish (someone's reputation or character) by making false or malicious statements about them.

Origin:

Old english smērian "anoint, defile", of germanic origin; related to german schmieren.

Examples:

1. She smeared her lipstick all over her face.
2. He smeared the paint on the canvas.
3. She smeared the butter on her toast.
4. He smeared the mud on his boots.
5. The newspaper smeared his reputation with false allegations.

(As a noun)

Smear ( noun )

1. Spread (a substance) over a surface or an object in a thin layer.
2. Make or leave a mark or dirty mark on a surface or an object.
3. Damage or tarnish (someone's reputation or character) by making false or malicious statements about them.

Origin:

Old english smērian "anoint, defile", of germanic origin; related to german schmieren.

Examples:

1. She smeared her lipstick all over her face.
2. He smeared the paint on the canvas.
3. She smeared the butter on her toast.
4. He smeared the mud on his boots.
5. The newspaper smeared his reputation with false allegations.