Meaning of the word smothered in English

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smothered

US /ˈsmʌð.ərd/
UK /ˈsmʌð.ərd/

Adjective

1.

covered thickly or completely with something

Example:
The pancakes were smothered in syrup.
The chicken was smothered in a rich cream sauce.
2.

having difficulty breathing because of lack of air or being covered

Example:
The victim was found smothered under a pile of blankets.
He felt smothered by the heavy quilt.
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