Aerosol (Noun)
Meaning 1
A cloud of solid or liquid particles in a gas.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- Aerosol pollutants in the air can exacerbate respiratory problems such as asthma.
- The study of atmospheric aerosol plays a crucial role in understanding climate change.
- Tiny aerosol particles can be suspended in the air for a long time, posing a risk to human health.
- Researchers are working to develop a system to track aerosol plumes from industrial sources.
- Air quality monitors detect aerosol levels in the atmosphere, alerting authorities to potential hazards.
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Meaning 2
A dispenser that holds a substance under pressure and that can release it as a fine spray (usually by means of a propellant gas).
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The hairspray came in an aerosol can that was easy to use and provided a strong hold.
- The fire extinguisher was an aerosol that could be used to put out small fires in the kitchen.
- The deodorant was packaged in an aerosol can that was convenient to take on the go.
- The paint was dispensed from an aerosol can that allowed for a smooth, even coat.
- The insecticide was an aerosol that could be sprayed directly on the affected areas to kill pests.