verb
Meaning 1
To make (a rough surface) smooth
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
smooth over
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verb
Meaning 2
To pacify (e.g. rumours)
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: transitive
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verb
Meaning 3
treat hurriedly or avoid dealing with properly
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Meaning relationships
Synonyms: gloss over, skate over, slur over, skimp over
Antonyms: none provided
Broader terms: treat, handle, do by
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