释义 |
beˈspattering, vbl. n. [f. as prec. + -ing1.] The action of covering with spots of mud, or the like, thrown at an object; or fig. with abuse.
a1677Barrow Serm. Wks. 1716 I. 169 The bespattering our neighbours good name. 1862Sat. Rev. 5 July 4 Pitching the filthiest mud that he could find..and naturally receiving a liberal bespattering in return. |