Synonyms for aerosol


Grammar : Noun
Spell : air-uh-sawl, -sol
Phonetic Transcription : ˈɛər əˌsɔl, -ˌsɒl

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Définition of aerosol

Origin :
  • 1919, from aero- "air" + first syllable in solution. A term in physics; modern commercial application is from 1940s.
  • As in spray : noun fine mist
  • As in spray can : noun dispenser of fine spray
Example sentences :
  • A drop or so of the aerosol on the skin is enough, I understand.
  • Extract from : « Damned If You Don't » by Gordon Randall Garrett
  • She flinched and misted a cloud of aerosol capsicum ahead of her.
  • Extract from : « Makers » by Cory Doctorow
  • Solvents and aerosol sprays also decrease the heart and respiratory rates, and impair judgment.
  • Extract from : « What Works: Schools Without Drugs » by United States Department of Education
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