Pronunciation

/sprɛɪ/

Definitions

Noun

• A spray is a substance, often in the form of a fine mist or particles, that is emitted from a container or device for various purposes, such as cleaning, marking, or protection.
• In gardening, it can refer to a type of fertilizer or pesticide.
• A spray bottle is a container with a nozzle for dispensing a spray.

Verb

• To spray means to apply a liquid in a fine mist or stream, typically using a can or pump.
• Can also refer to the act of emitting or dispersing something, like gas or particles.

Adjective

• Spray-coated describes a surface that has been treated with a spray application.
• Spray-dried refers to food products that have been dried by a spraying process.

Phrases

• “Spray paint” for artistic or marking purposes.
• “Hose spray” for water from a hose.
• “Air freshener spray” for home or car deodorization.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The gardener used a hose spray to water the plants.”
• Verb: “She sprayed the furniture with a protective coating.”
• Adjective: “The newly spray-painted wall looked vibrant.”

Synonyms

• Aerosol
• Dispersal
• Jet
• Mist
• Fog
• Aerosolize
• Atomize

Antonyms

• Solid (for the substance being emitted)
• Apply (opposite of spraying)