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The word "smatter" initially appeared in English in the 14th century. Its origins can be traced back to Old Norse, where it meant "to dabble in learning." This meaning likely stems from the Proto-Germanic word *smattiz, which referred to a "taste" or "sample."
Over time, the word's meaning shifted to encompass a wider range of superficial knowledge or understanding. In its current usage, "smatter" often implies a lack of depth or thoroughness in one's knowledge.
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Etymology Middle English smoteren probably from an Old Norse word meaning to dabble
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