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Definition of Bestrew
1. Verb. Cover by strewing.
Definition of Bestrew
1. v. t. To strew or scatter over; to besprinkle.
Definition of Bestrew
1. Verb. (transitive) To strew or scatter about; throw or drop here and there. ¹
2. Verb. (transitive) To strew anything upon; strew over or about; cover or partially cover with things strewn; cover with straw or strewing. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Bestrew
1. to scatter [v -STREWED, -STREWN, -STREWING, -STREWS] - See also: scatter
Lexicographical Neighbors of Bestrew
Literary usage of Bestrew
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. A Journal of the Great War by Charles Gates Dawes (1921)
"... without lessening its force and at the same time without breaking the numerous
thin-shelled diplomatic eggs which bestrew the situation. 3. ..."
2. Once a Week by Eneas Sweetland Dallas (1867)
"... Once more revisits this sad world below, Whilst golden crocus-buds bestrew
the ground Like fallen stars on earth's scant robe of snow. ..."
3. An American Poilu by Elmer Stetson Harden (1919)
"Well, dear, if I write any more to this letter, its envelope will burst en route
and bestrew the roaring ocean with my manuscript. Besides, I've performed ..."
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