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:
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The pancakes were smothered in syrup.
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The chicken was smothered in a rich cream sauce.
2.
having difficulty breathing because of lack of air or being covered
Example:
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The victim was found smothered under a pile of blankets.
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He felt smothered by the heavy quilt.
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