What does bedaub mean?
Bedaub means (transitive) To smear upon; to soil..
Bedaub
/bɪˈdɔːb/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To smear upon; to soil..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To smear upon; to soil.
- (transitive) To ornament garishly; to overdecorate.
Example Sentences
In this 6 mile we Crosst several miring branches in which we were all terribly bedaubed … Having almost spent the day in this toilsome tho short Journey.
Synonyms for bedaub
Antonyms for bedaub
Related Words
Word Forms
- bedaubs
- bedaubing
- bedaubed
- bedawb
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for bedaub?
Common synonyms include bedirty, befoul, sully, assoil.
What is the opposite of bedaub?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use bedaub in a sentence?
In this 6 mile we Crosst several miring branches in which we were all terribly bedaubed … Having almost spent the day in this toilsome tho short Journey.
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