overfling

/ˌoʊvərˈflɪŋ/

Definitions

1. verb

to sprinkle or scatter something, especially flowers, over a person or thing, especially in a romantic or festive manner

“She overflung petals over the newlyweds at the wedding ceremony.”

2. noun

a gesture of scattering flowers or other objects over someone or something

“The overfling was a beautiful but awkward moment at the reception.”

Synonyms

  • bestow
  • scatter
  • sprinkle

Antonyms

  • deny
  • withhold