scatter
[ˈskætər]
Definition:
1. Throw in various random directions.
2. A haphazard distribution in all directions.
3. A small, dispersed amount of something.
Use 'scatter' in a sentence:
- 1. Seeing no danger, people scatter one by one.
- 2. If you're broadcasting seed, simply scatter it, and then cover with about 1/4 inch of fine soil or compost.
- 3. His job in the hunt is to whip the dogs in when they scatter.
- 4. The real effect is smaller because electrons scatter somewhat from both layers.
- 5. When the tree falls, the monkeys scatter.
- 6. The cavalry scattered them and chased them off the field.
- 7. He began by scattering seed and putting in plants.
- 8. On the table was a pile of books and a scatter of papers.
- 9. They've been scattering toys everywhere.
- 10. After dinner, everyone scattered.
- 11. She tore the rose apart and scattered the petals over the grave.
- 12. The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached.
- 13. She waved her hand and scattered the crowds.
- 14. There was only a small scatter of other caravans and motorhomes when we arrived.
- 15. The great pool is empty, except for a scatter of drink cans.