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(noun) scattering, strewing
the act of scattering
(noun) spread
a haphazard distribution in all directions
cause to separate
break up kidney stones; disperse particles
(verb) dot, dust, disperse, sprinkle
distribute loosely
He scattered gun powder under the wagon
(verb) disperse, dissipate, spread out
move away from each other
The crowds dispersed; The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached;
(verb) dispel, disperse, dissipate, break up
to cause to separate and go in different directions
She waved her hand and scattered the crowds
(verb) spread, spread out
strew or distribute over an area
He spread fertilizer over the lawn; scatter cards across the table