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smidgen

or smid·gin, smid·geon

[ smij-uhn ]

noun

  1. a very small amount:

    a smidgen of jam for your toast.



smidgen

/ ˈsmɪdʒən /

noun

  1. informal.
    a very small amount or part


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Word History and Origins

Origin of smidgen1

First recorded in 1835–45; origin uncertain

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Word History and Origins

Origin of smidgen1

C20: of obscure origin

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Example Sentences

Nevertheless, the Crab pulsar somehow managed to hand almost every smidgen of energy in its electron wind off to the two electrons that sent gamma rays toward LHAASO last year.

It will be perhaps a smidgen windier than today, with wind speeds around 15 to 20 mph and some gusts near 35 mph.

There may have been a smidgen of bellyaching from those who lack true period knowledge or a sense of humor.

This brut is primarily chardonnay, with about 20 percent pinot noir and a smidgen of pinot blanc, as well as 7 percent aged reserve wine for extra character.

They dove underwater to the soft river bed, Onto darkish green plants with a smidgen of red.

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