1. verb
a) To cause (a substance) to fall in fine drops (for a liquid substance) or small pieces (for a solid substance).
The confectioner sprinkled icing sugar over the cakes.
b) To cover (an object) by sprinkling a substance on to it.
The confectioner sprinkled the cakes with icing sugar.
2. noun
a) A light covering with a sprinkled substance.
He decorated the Christmas card with a sprinkle of glitter.
b) A light rain shower.
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