The prefix "be-" is often used to mean "thoroughly" or "all over," so bedaubing is essentially daubing something until it’s completely covered.

"The toddler managed to bedaub the kitchen walls with chocolate pudding in less than five minutes."

Vibrant photos from a wedding or a festival like Holi where people are covered in colors.

There is something so joyful about the mess! During the Haldi ceremony, it’s tradition to bedaub the bride’s cheeks with turmeric paste as a symbol of prosperity and happiness. 💛✨