Definitions

1. verb

to spread or stain something, especially with a dirty or foul substance

“The vandal besmeared the wall with graffiti.”

2. verb

to associate or connect something with a dirty or foul thing or person

“The scandal besmeared the politician’s reputation.”

3. noun

a dirty or foul substance that has been spread or stained something

“The besmear on the floor was difficult to clean.”