smithereens

See also: Smithereens

English

Etymology

From Irish smidiríní, diminutive form of smiodar (“fragment”).

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): /smɪðəˈɹiːnz/
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  • Homophones: Smithereens

Noun

smithereens pl (plural only) (rare singular smithereen)

  1. Fragments or splintered pieces; numerous tiny disconnected items.
    The urn shattered into smithereens the moment it hit the ground.

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