Definition

To scatter or spread things over a surface, so that they cover it or lie around in a disordered way.

Example

The crowd bestrewed the streets with confetti after the parade.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you see how they bestrew the park with flowers for the festival?

Yeah, it looked so beautiful and colorful!

I can't believe how many people came to see it; the entire area was bestrewed with decorations.

It really made the event feel special and lively.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bestrew → It is formed from "be-" (meaning about or all over) and "strewn" (from Old English "streowan", meaning to scatter). The word "bestrew" means to scatter or spread something all over a surface.

Memory Tip

Think of something being scattered "all over" ('be-') a surface, which helps you remember that "bestrew" means to spread or scatter widely.

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