daub UK [dɔ:b] US [dɑ:b] verb transitive ■to spread a thick or sticky liquid on something or to cover something with a thick or sticky liquid, often quickly or carelessly (随意)涂抹,乱涂,乱抹•The walls had been daubed with graffiti.墙上被人画满了涂鸦。 •The baby had daubed butter all over its hair and face.婴儿把奶油抹得满头满脸,到处都是。 UK [dɔ:b] US [dɑ:b] noun countable ■an area of thick or sticky liquid on something (黏稠液体的)污迹•a daub of red paint一片红色油漆污迹 ■a badly painted picture 拙劣的画作 |