Scatter Definition & Meaning

scatter
noun
  1. a haphazard distribution in all directions
  2. the act of scattering
verb
  1. to cause to separate and go in different directions; "She waved her hand and scattered the crowds"
  2. move away from each other; "The crowds dispersed"; "The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached"
  3. distribute loosely; "He scattered gun powder under the wagon"
  4. sow by scattering; "scatter seeds"
  5. cause to separate; "break up kidney stones"; "disperse particles"
  6. strew or distribute over an area; "He spread fertilizer over the lawn"; "scatter cards across the table"

"Scatter" in song lyrics

See how scatter is used in real songs:

  • "One day these problems will scatter"
    3rd Bass f/ Prince Paul — The Gas Face (Remix)
  • "Cause oppositions I will scatter"
    Above the Law f/ Dr. Dre — Just Kickin' Lyrics
  • "It doesn't matter, Boo! I'll make you scatter"
    Black Sheep — Me and My Brother

Usage tips for "scatter"

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