strew
/struː/
CEFR level C2Topic Daily lifeWord #7111 in the learning path
撒；散布；撒满
Definitions
v. To scatter things loosely across a surface or area
撒；散布；撒满
Example
The children strew flower petals along the garden path.
孩子们沿着花园小径撒花瓣。
Visitors who strew litter across beaches threaten marine wildlife and increase the cost of coastal maintenance.
在海滩上乱扔垃圾的游客会威胁海洋野生动物，并增加海岸维护成本。
Collocations
- strew flowers
- be strewn with litter
- debris strewn across a road
Synonyms
- scatter
Antonyms
- gather
Usage tip
过去式strewed，分词常用strewn；常见被动结构。
FAQ
- What does strew mean?
- To scatter things loosely across a surface or area
- How is strew pronounced?
- UK /struː/, US /struː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
