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涂抹
túmǒ
Description
“涂抹”的意思是把东西轻轻地擦在表面上，比如把药、油或颜色抹在皮肤或纸上。
"涂抹" means to gently spread something on a surface, like applying medicine, oil, or color on skin or paper.
这个词也可以指随便乱画。
This word can also mean to scribble or draw carelessly.
Meanings
涂抹túmǒ
to apply or spread on a surface
她在脸上涂抹了一些护肤霜。
She applied some skincare cream on her face.
涂抹túmǒ
to scribble or paint carelessly
孩子在墙上随便涂抹。
The child scribbled on the wall.
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Notes
- Etymology
涂 (to spread) + 抹 (to smear/wipe), both meaning applying substance to a surface.
- Nuance
涂抹 suggests spreading a soft substance; 涂鸦 means messy graffiti or doodling.
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