spatter-dash

spat·ter-dash

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Definitions of spatter-dash word

noun spatter-dash Also called spatter dash. an exterior wall finish composed of mortar and fine pebbles mixed together and dashed against the wall. Compare pebble dash. 1
noun spatter-dash a crudely formed pattern or model. 1
verb with object spatter-dash to cover or coat with roughcast. 1
verb with object spatter-dash to make, shape, or prepare in a rough form: to roughcast a story. 1

before 1510

One of the 26% oldest English words

First recorded in 1510-20; rough + cast

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 29% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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