smudging
|smudg/ing|
/ˈsmʌdʒɪŋ/
(smudge)
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Etymology
'smudge' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'smogen,' where 'smogen' meant 'to smear or stain.'
'smogen' transformed into the modern English word 'smudge' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to smear or stain,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to blur or create a smudge.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the act of creating a smudge or smear, often by rubbing or blurring.
The artist was smudging the charcoal to create a shadow effect.
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Verb 2
a traditional practice of burning herbs, often sage, for purification or spiritual purposes.
The ceremony began with smudging to cleanse the space.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40