scopulate

/skɒpjʊleɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cover or clothe with a thin layer of something, especially to scatter seeds or spores over a surface.

“The farmer scopulated the soil with a thin layer of fertilizer to promote healthy plant growth.”

2. verb

to spread or scatter something over a surface.

“The artist scopulated the paint across the canvas to create a unique texture.”

3. noun

a thin layer of something covering a surface.

“The scopulate of dust on the furniture made it look old and neglected.”

4. noun

a surface covered with a thin layer of something.

“The scopulate of seeds on the forest floor made it difficult to walk through the area.”

Synonyms

  • cover
  • scatter
  • sow
  • sprinkle

Antonyms

  • bare
  • expose
  • reveal
  • strip