Peppering

Pronunciation: /ˈpɛpərɪŋ/

Peppering (verb)

  1. To spread small pieces or marks over a surface or area.
  2. To attack or hit many times, often quickly, in different places.
  3. To ask someone many questions or make demands again and again.

Examples

  • The sauce was peppering the plate with small scattered bits.
  • The wind was peppering the window with small scattered bits of dust.