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studded

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈstədɪd// UK //stˈʌdɪd// stud·ded

adj. covered with many small objects or decorations. You use this to describe something that has many things spread across its surface.

adj. decorated or covered with a large number of small items, often for visual effect. Frequently used to describe surfaces featuring gems, metal points, or scattered natural elements.


SIMPLE

The night sky was studded with bright stars.

CONTEXTUAL

She wore a black leather jacket studded with silver metal points for the concert.

COMPLEX

The coastline was studded with small, rocky islands that made navigating the larger vessels into the harbor a delicate and dangerous task.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used with the preposition 'with' to indicate the items covering the surface.

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