Definitions for: Smattering


[n] a slight or superficial understanding of a subject
[n] a small number or amount; "only a handful of responses were received"



Webster (1913) Definition: Smat"ter*ing, n.
A slight, superficial knowledge of something; sciolism.

I had a great desire, not able to attain to a
superficial skill in any, to have some smattering in
all. --Burton.

Synonyms: handful

See Also: apprehension, discernment, savvy, small indefinite amount, small indefinite quantity, understanding

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