Meaning of the word aerosol in English

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aerosol

US /ˈer.ə.sɑːl/

UK /ˈer.ə.sɑːl/

a substance enclosed under pressure and released as a fine spray by a propellant gas

Example:

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She used an aerosol can of hairspray.

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Be careful when spraying aerosols near an open flame.

Synonym:

spray mist atomizer nebulizer

a suspension of fine solid particles or liquid droplets in a gas

Example:

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Volcanic eruptions can release large amounts of aerosols into the atmosphere.

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Pollution often involves various types of aerosols.

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