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smudging Definition and Meaning in English (smudging definition)

noun
Synonyms:smearingblurringstaining
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Smudging definition: Smudging refers to the act of making a dirty mark or smear on a surface, often unintentionally.

Definitions of Smudging

  1. 1noun

    Smudging refers to the act of making a dirty mark or smear on a surface, often unintentionally.

  2. 2noun

    In some spiritual practices, smudging involves burning sacred herbs like sage to cleanse a space or person.

Example Sentences

casual

“The child was smudging the paint on the canvas with their fingers.”

casual

“She noticed a smudging of ink on the important document.”

formal

“The shaman began the smudging ceremony to purify the space.”

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infinitivesmudge
past tensesmudged
past participlesmudged
nounsmudge
adjectivesmudgy

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Smudging definition: Smudging refers to the act of making a dirty mark or smear on a surface, often unintentionally.
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'Smudging' translates to 'smudging' in English. Smudging definition: Smudging refers to the act of making a dirty mark or smear on a surface, often unintentionally.
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