noun
Other Word Forms
- sprinklingly adverb
Etymology
Origin of sprinkling
First recorded in 1400–50, sprinkling is from the late Middle English word sprenclyng. See sprinkle, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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A court upheld a ban on people sprinkling salt outside their homes and businesses.
From Barron's
The man dug into his pocket with a long-suffering sigh, the dim light gleaming off a sprinkling of curly gray hairs on his saggy pectorals and belly.
From Literature
Then, she is on her way, leading a "choo-choo train" formed by a line of delighted children, sprinkling humour, happiness and even a little hope, but not the real aid they so desperately need.
From BBC
Videos of people sprinkling chia seeds on top of porridge and nutritionists lauding the benefits of red kidney beans and chickpeas are filling up people's TikTok feeds.
From BBC
Beyond lofty sentiments, there was a sprinkling of actual facts and policies.
From Los Angeles Times
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