Fogger: meaning, definitions and examples

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fogger

 

[ ˈfɒɡər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

weather condition

A device that emits a cloud of fog used for disinfecting, pest control, or special effects.

Synonyms

fog machine, smoke machine

Examples of usage

  • The fogger was used to disinfect the entire building.
  • We used a fogger to control the mosquito population in the area.
  • The movie set required a fogger to create the mysterious atmosphere.
Context #2 | Noun

slang

A person who is difficult to understand or is confusing.

Synonyms

confusing person, mumbler

Examples of usage

  • He's such a fogger, I never know what he's talking about.
  • Don't be a fogger, just say what you mean clearly.

Translations

Translations of the word "fogger" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nebulizador

🇮🇳 फॉगर

🇩🇪 Nebelgerät

🇮🇩 pengabut

🇺🇦 туманогенератор

🇵🇱 zamgławiacz

🇯🇵 フォガー

🇫🇷 nébuliseur

🇪🇸 nebulizador

🇹🇷 sisleyici

🇰🇷 안개 발생기

🇸🇦 جهاز الضباب

🇨🇿 mlžič

🇸🇰 rozprašovač

🇨🇳 雾化器

🇸🇮 meglič

🇮🇸 þokari

🇰🇿 тұман генератор

🇬🇪 ნისლის აპარატი

🇦🇿 duman generatoru

🇲🇽 nebulizador

Etymology

The word 'fogger' originated from the Middle English word 'foggeren', meaning 'to emit vapor or mist'. It has evolved over time to refer to devices that emit fog or mist for various purposes, as well as slang terminology for a person who is unclear or confusing in their communication.

See also: fog, foggily, fogginess, foggy, pettifogging.