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Definition smooth in American English

smooth adjective

adjective
/smuð/
1

completely even with no rough areas or lumps

Example

A baby's skin is as smooth as silk.

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2

a smooth ride in a vehicle does not shake or frighten you

Example

a smooth flight/voyage/ride

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2.1

a smooth movement is easy and well controlled

Example

With a smooth swing, he hit the ball.

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3

a smooth drink or flavor is not too strong or bitter, and tastes good

Example

a smooth whiskey

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a smooth process/business

Example

We are changing systems, but we expect a smooth transition.

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5

relaxed and confident in a way that usually persuades people to do things. This word shows that you do not trust people like this

Example

Steven's a little too smooth if you ask me.

Example

a smooth operator (=someone you cannot trust)

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6

smooth muscle is the type of muscle that you have in the walls of organs such as your stomach, intestine or blood vessels

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7

extremely smooth

Example

When I shave my face, it's as smooth as silk!

Definition smooth in American English