SMASH TO SMITHEREENS Meaning and
Definition
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The phrase "smash to smithereens" is an idiomatic expression commonly used to describe the act of breaking or destroying something into very small, fragmented pieces or shards. The term "smash" refers to a forceful action or impact, often accompanied by a loud sound, causing the object to break apart or shatter. The word "smithereens" denotes the resulting tiny, scattered fragments or splinters that remain after the smashing or destruction.
When an object is smashed to smithereens, it is utterly reduced to small, unrecognizable pieces, signifying a complete and thorough destruction. This phrase is frequently used in figurative contexts to express the intensity or extent of destruction, emphasizing the object's disintegration beyond repair. It conveys a sense of the force or violence applied during the breaking process, suggesting a chaotic, explosive, or violent scene.
Originating from Irish and Gaelic languages, the word "smithereens" entered the English language in the late 19th century as a noun meaning "fragments" or "bits." Its specific connection to destruction through smashing likely emerged due to its phonetic similarity to the Irish word "smidiríní," meaning "small fragments." Over time, "smash to smithereens" has become a vivid and emphatic expression, used to vividly describe the complete and thorough destruction of an object, often with dramatic effect.
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