scattering
ˈskætərɪŋ
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Definition of scattering - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
random spreadsmall quantity of items spread randomly
  • There was a scattering of toys on the floor.
dispersion sprinkling
2.
physicsTECH.process of waves or particles being dispersedTECH.
  • Scattering of light explains the sky's color.
diffusion dispersion distribution

Adjective

1.
dispersiondispersed over a wide area
  • The scattering clouds hinted at a coming storm.
dispersed spread out
2.
distributionspread out in different directions
  • The scattering leaves covered the ground.
diffused dispersed spread
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Expressions with scattering

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process where light changes direction after hitting small particles or surfaces
Light scattering makes the beam visible in the dusty air.
elastic scattering of light by small particles
Rayleigh scattering explains why the sky is blue.
method where neutrons spread in matter to reveal structure
Neutron scattering revealed the sample’s internal structure.

Origin of scattering

Old English, sceater (scatter) + -ing (action)

Terms with scattering included in their meaning

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playful action
playful scattering of water
scattering
move or scatter something over a wide area
scattering
scattered in various directions
action
act of scattering small particles
weather
characterized by a light scattering of drops
general
light scattering of small things like specks, bullets, or questions
scattering
scatter over someone or something
scatter
cause something to vanish by scattering

Examples of scattering in a sentence

  • There was a scattering of stars in the night sky.
  • The scattering of particles was observed in the experiment.
  • Scattering occurs when light hits small particles.
  • The scattering leaves covered the entire park.
  • Scattering seeds across the field ensured even growth.
  • The scattering stars lit up the night sky.

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  1. French:dispersion, dispersé, ...
  2. German:Streuung, verstreut, ...
  3. Italian:manciata, disperso, ...
  4. Spanish:dispersión, disperso, ...
  5. Portuguese:dispersão, disperso, ...
  6. Chinese:零星散落物, 分散的, ...
  7. Japanese:散らばり, 散在する, ...
  8. Arabic:بَعْثَرَة, مُتَبَدِّد, ...
  9. Hebrew:פִּיזּוּר, מְפוּזָר, ...
  10. Russian:разбросанность, рассеянный, ...
  11. Ukrainian:розсип, розсіяний, ...
  12. Hindi:बिखराव, छितराया, ...
scatter
ˈskætər

Definition of scatter - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
distributiontr./intr.spread things loosely over an areatr./intr.
  • She scattered seeds in the garden.
disperse spread strew
2.
dispersetr.cause to separate and go in different directionstr.
  • The sound of sirens scattered the crowd..
disperse dissipate spread
3.
patternintr.occur at widely spaced intervalsintr.
  • Raindrops scattered throughout the day.
disperse distribute spread

Noun

1.
small amountsmall, dispersed amount of something
  • A scatter of applause followed the performance..
dash smattering sprinkle
2.
randomnessrandom distribution in different directions
  • The scatter of data points was analyzed.
dispersion distribution spread
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cause people or things to go in all directions
The villagers were scattered to the four winds after the storm.
disperse quickly in different directions
When the alarm rang, the students scattered like leaves.
small decorative pillow used on sofas or beds
She arranged the scatter cushions neatly on the couch..
spread cremated remains in a special place
They decided to scatter his ashes in the ocean.
small decorative pin worn on clothing
She attached a vintage scatter pin to her lapel for the event..
read data from non-contiguous locations into a buffer
The program uses scatter read to optimize data access.

Origin of scatter

Old Norse, skatra (to scatter)

Examples of scatter in a sentence

  • He scattered the papers all over the desk.
  • The wind scattered the leaves.
  • The children scattered when the bell rang.
  • Small villages scatter along the coastline.
  • Wildflowers were scattered across the field.
  • The sudden storm scattered their outdoor event.

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  1. French:éparpiller, dispersion, ...
  2. German:streuen, Streuung, ...
  3. Italian:spargere, dispersione, ...
  4. Spanish:esparcir, esparcimiento, ...
  5. Portuguese:espalhar, dispersão, ...
  6. Chinese:撒, 零星少量, ...
  7. Japanese:ばらまく, 少量, ...
  8. Arabic:نَثَرَ, تَناثُر, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְפַזֵּר, פִּיזּוּר, ...
  10. Russian:разбрасывать, горстка, ...
  11. Ukrainian:розкидати, розсип, ...
  12. Hindi:बिखेरना, थोड़ी मात्रा, ...
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