1. scatter - noun
· a haphazard distribution in all directions
Synonym(s): spread
Hypernym(s): distribution, dispersion
2. scatter - noun
· the act of scattering
Synonym(s): scattering, strewing
Hypernym(s): spread, spreading
3. scatter - verb
· to cause to separate and go in different directions; "She waved her hand and scattered the crowds"
Synonym(s): disperse, dissipate, dispel, break_up
4. scatter - verb
· move away from each other; "The crowds dispersed"; "The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached"
Synonym(s): disperse, dissipate, spread_out
Hypernym(s): separate, part, split
5. scatter - verb
· distribute loosely; "He scattered gun powder under the wagon"
Synonym(s): sprinkle, dot, dust, disperse
Hypernym(s): discharge
6. scatter - verb
· sow by scattering; "scatter seeds"
7. scatter - verb
· cause to separate; "break up kidney stones"; "disperse particles"
Synonym(s): break_up, disperse
Hypernym(s): change_integrity
8. scatter - verb
· strew or distribute over an area; "He spread fertilizer over the lawn"; "scatter cards across the table"
Synonym(s): spread, spread_out
Hypernym(s): circulate, pass_around, pass_on, distribute
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