Aerosol Can (Noun)
Meaning
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
- She quickly grabbed an aerosol can of hairspray to fix her style before the party.
- The instructions warned users not to puncture or incinerate the aerosol can under any circumstances.
- In an effort to reduce waste, companies began designing refillable aerosol cans.
- The camper reached for an aerosol can of bug spray to fend off the swarm of mosquitoes.
- After cleaning the surface, she applied a clear coat of sealant from an aerosol can to protect the paint.