What does sprinkle mean in cooking?

sprinkle means: Sprinkle sugar particles or other toppings on a surface like cake, frosting or bread. (in Cooking Dictionary)

What else does sprinkle mean?

To scatter particles or drops. (in Merlin Dictionary)

For scattering drops of particles. (in Merlin Dictionary)

Intersperse something with another as though by scattering. (in Merlin Dictionary)

Distribute or mix at random. (in Merlin Dictionary)

To disperse something in drops of particles. (in Merlin Dictionary)

Rain or falling in very small drops. (in Merlin Dictionary)

Light rain. (in Merlin Dictionary)

You can use a small amount or a sprinkle. (in Merlin Dictionary)

As a topping, small pieces of candy can be sprinkled onto ice cream. (in Merlin Dictionary)