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atomize

 

[ˈæt.ə.maɪz ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Verb

chemistry

To separate a substance into its individual atoms or molecules.

Synonyms

break down, decompose, disintegrate.

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Word Description / Examples
atomize

Use for describing breaking something into very small pieces or parts, often at a molecular or atomic level.

  • The machine can atomize the liquid medicine for inhalation
  • The scientist aimed to atomize the sample for detailed study

Examples of usage

  • The chemist used a special machine to atomize the compound.
  • When heated, the metal will atomize into tiny particles.
Context #2 | Verb

technology

To break down a material into very small particles or droplets.

Synonyms

nebulize, spray, vaporize.

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atomize

Used when breaking down a substance into tiny particles, often in scientific, technical, or industrial settings.

  • The scientists needed to atomize the liquid for their experiment.
  • The factory uses machines to atomize metal for production.
spray

Frequently used in everyday contexts when distributing liquid in a fine mist or stream over an area.

  • He used a bottle to spray water on the plants.
  • The cleaner sprayed the disinfectant over the table.
nebulize

Commonly used in medical contexts when turning liquid medicine into a mist for inhalation.

  • The doctor recommended using a device to nebulize the medication.
  • Patients with respiratory issues often nebulize their drugs for better absorption.
vaporize

Used when converting a substance from liquid or solid state into vapor, often in scientific or technological contexts.

  • The machine can vaporize the liquid completely within seconds.
  • Vaping devices work by vaporizing liquid nicotine.

Examples of usage

  • The spray gun atomizes the paint for a smooth finish.
  • The ultrasonic device can atomize water into a fine mist.

Translations

Translations of the word "atomize" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atomizar

🇮🇳 परमाणुकृत करना

🇩🇪 atomisieren

🇮🇩 mengatomkan

🇺🇦 атомізувати

🇵🇱 atomizować

🇯🇵 原子化する (genshika suru)

🇫🇷 atomiser

🇪🇸 atomizar

🇹🇷 atomize etmek

🇰🇷 원자화하다 (wonjahwahada)

🇸🇦 تفتيت إلى ذرات

🇨🇿 atomizovat

🇸🇰 atomizovať

🇨🇳 原子化 (yuánzǐhuà)

🇸🇮 atomizirati

🇮🇸 atomize

🇰🇿 атомизациялау

🇬🇪 ატომიზება

🇦🇿 atomlaşdırmaq

🇲🇽 atomizar

Etymology

The word 'atomize' originated from the noun 'atom,' which comes from the Greek 'atomos,' meaning indivisible. The concept of breaking substances into smaller particles or components has been prevalent in various scientific fields, leading to the development of the verb 'atomize.' This term is commonly used in chemistry and technology to describe the process of separating substances into smaller units.

See also: atom, atomic, atomization, atomizer, atomizing, subatomic.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,482, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.