Meaning of the word smithereens in English

What does smithereens mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

smithereens

US /ˌsmɪð.əˈriːnz/
UK /ˌsmɪð.ərˈiːnz/

Plural Noun

small pieces, especially when something has been broken into many pieces

Example:
The vase fell and broke into a thousand smithereens.
The explosion blew the car to smithereens.