spraying
ˈspreɪɪŋ
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Definition of spraying - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
actionact of applying liquid in fine droplets
  • The spraying of the crops is essential for pest control..
atomization mist sprinkling
2.
agricultureTECH.dispersion of chemicals on cropsTECH.
  • Crop spraying helps protect plants from pests.
aerosol mist spray

Adjective

1.
liquidemitting liquid in small drops
  • The spraying nozzle covered the plants evenly.
drizzling misty
2.
gardeningscattering liquid in fine mist
  • The spraying bottle was used to clean the windows.
dousing misting sprinkling
3.
particle dispersiondispersing particles in the air
  • The spraying machine released a cloud of mist.
aerosolizing atomizing
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Origin of spraying

Middle English, spray (scatter) + -ing (action suffix)

Terms with spraying included in their meaning

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spraying
spray or sprinkle with a liquid
pressurized spray
metal container spraying liquid or gas under pressure
extinguishing
reduce or extinguish by spraying with water
mist container
container with a nozzle for spraying liquids
container
metal container with liquid under pressure for spraying
spraying device
device that sprays liquid or powder through a nozzle
computer hardware
device that prints by spraying ink on paper
tool
device for spraying paint onto surfaces

Examples of spraying in a sentence

  • The spraying of disinfectant is crucial in hospitals.
  • Spraying is scheduled for the early hours to avoid wind.
  • The farm invested in new spraying technology for efficiency.
  • The spraying hose made watering the garden easy.
  • A spraying fountain delighted the children in the park.
  • The spraying nozzle was clogged.

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  1. French:pulvérisation, pulvérisant, ...
  2. German:Sprühen, zerstäuben, ...
  3. Italian:irrorazione, spruzzante, ...
  4. Spanish:aspersión, aspersor, ...
  5. Portuguese:pulverização, aspersor, ...
  6. Chinese:喷洒, 喷洒的, ...
  7. Japanese:散布, 噴霧する, ...
  8. Arabic:رَشّ, رَشّاش, ...
  9. Hebrew:רִיסּוּס, מְרַסֵּס, ...
  10. Russian:опрыскивание, распыляющий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:обприскування, розпилюючий, ...
  12. Hindi:छिड़काव, स्प्रे, ...
spray
spreɪ
spray: fine mist of liquid in the air
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Definition of spray - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
liquidfine mist of liquid in the air
  • The ocean spray felt refreshing on my face.
aerosol mist vapour
2.
equipmentdevice for dispersing liquid
  • The gardener used a spray to water the plants.
atomizer sprayer

Verb

1.
applicationtr.apply liquid in fine particles to somethingtr.
  • He sprayed the car with a hose to clean it..
mist sprinkle
2.
liquidstr./intr.discharge liquid from an aerosoltr./intr.
  • He sprayed deodorant before leaving.
mist sprinkle
3.
actiontr./intr.project many small items dispersivelytr./intr.
  • The machine sprayed seeds across the field.
disperse scatter sprinkle
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Images of spray

  • spray: fine mist of liquid in the air
    fine mist of liquid in the air
  • spray: device for dispersing liquid
    device for dispersing liquid
  • spray: decorative arrangement of flowers or leaves
    decorative arrangement of flowers or leaves

Expressions with spray

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dispense widely without precise aim or strategy
The company decided to spray and pray with their new ads.
scented liquid for the body, often to mask odor
He used body spray after his workout.
product sprayed in mouth to freshen breath
She used breath spray before the meeting.
product applied to repel insects
He applied bug spray before going hiking.
oil in spray form to prevent sticking in cookware
She used cooking spray on the pan before pouring the batter..
light application of liquid
She used a fine spray to water the delicate flowers.

Origin of spray

Old English, spray (sprout)

Examples of spray in a sentence

  • She used a spray to water the delicate plants.
  • He bought a spray for his cleaning supplies.
  • The artist used a spray to apply paint.
  • The table was adorned with a spray of lilies.
  • A spray of ivy hung over the entrance.
  • He received a spray from his boss for the mistake.

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  1. French:embrun, pulvériser, ...
  2. German:Sprühnebel, sprühen, ...
  3. Italian:spruzzo, irrorare, ...
  4. Spanish:rocío, pulverizar, ...
  5. Portuguese:spray, borrifar, ...
  6. Chinese:喷雾, 喷洒, ...
  7. Japanese:しぶき, スプレーする, ...
  8. Arabic:رَذَاذ, رَشَّ, ...
  9. Hebrew:רֶסֶס, לְרַסֵּס, ...
  10. Russian:брызги, распылять, ...
  11. Ukrainian:бризки, розпилювати, ...
  12. Hindi:फुहार, छिड़कना, ...

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