scatter

(noun) a haphazard distribution in all directions. Synonyms: spread.

(noun) the act of scattering. Synonyms: scattering, strewing.

(verb) to cause to separate and go in different directions. Synonyms: disperse, dissipate, dispel, break up. Example: "She waved her hand and scattered the crowds."

(verb) move away from each other. Synonyms: disperse, dissipate, spread out. Examples: "The crowds dispersed." "The children scattered in all directions when the teacher approached";."

(verb) distribute loosely. Synonyms: sprinkle, dot, dust, disperse. Example: "He scattered gun powder under the wagon."

(verb) sow by scattering. Example: "Scatter seeds."

(verb) cause to separate. Synonyms: break up, disperse. Examples: "Break up kidney stones." "Disperse particles."

(verb) strew or distribute over an area. Synonyms: spread, spread out. Examples: "He spread fertilizer over the lawn." "Scatter cards across the table."