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atomizer

 

[ ˈætəˌmaɪzər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

spray bottle

A device for emitting a fine spray or mist of a liquid, such as perfume or insecticide.

Synonyms

mister, sprayer

Examples of usage

  • The atomizer allows you to apply the perfume evenly.
  • She used an atomizer to spray the plants with insecticide.
Context #2 | Noun

chemistry

A device that breaks a liquid into a fine spray, typically by means of a fast-moving stream of air.

Synonyms

nebulizer, sprayer

Examples of usage

  • The chemist used an atomizer to disperse the liquid evenly in the reaction.
Context #3 | Noun

vaping

A device used for converting a liquid into a fine spray or vapor for inhalation.

Synonyms

e-cigarette, vaporizer

Examples of usage

  • She filled the atomizer with e-liquid before vaping.

Translations

Translations of the word "atomizer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atomizador

🇮🇳 परमाणुविक

🇩🇪 Zerstäuber

🇮🇩 penyemprot

🇺🇦 розпилювач

🇵🇱 rozpylacz

🇯🇵 アトマイザー

🇫🇷 atomiseur

🇪🇸 atomizador

🇹🇷 püskürtücü

🇰🇷 분무기

🇸🇦 المرذاذ

🇨🇿 rozprašovač

🇸🇰 rozprašovač

🇨🇳 雾化器

🇸🇮 razpršilec

🇮🇸 úðabrúsi

🇰🇿 атомизатор

🇬🇪 ატომიზატორი

🇦🇿 atomizator

🇲🇽 atomizador

Etymology

The word 'atomizer' originated from the Greek word 'atomos', meaning indivisible. It was first used in the early 19th century to describe a device that breaks a liquid into fine particles or spray. Atomizers have been widely used in various industries, including perfumery, chemistry, and vaping. The evolution of atomizers has led to advancements in technology and convenience in dispensing liquids in a controlled manner.

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

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,860, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.