Vaporizer: meaning, definitions and examples

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vaporizer

 

[ˈveɪpəraɪzər ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

electronic devices

A vaporizer is a device used to vaporize substances for inhalation. It is commonly used for smoking cessation, aromatherapy, and cannabis consumption.

Examples of usage

  • The vaporizer heats up the substance to create vapor for inhalation.
  • She bought a vaporizer to help her quit smoking.
  • Many people use vaporizers for medical marijuana consumption.
Context #2 | Noun

medicine

In medicine, a vaporizer is a device used to administer medication in the form of vapor. It is often used for respiratory treatments.

Examples of usage

  • The doctor prescribed a vaporizer for the patient with asthma.
  • The nurse used a vaporizer to administer the medication to the child.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word 'vaporizer' comes from 'vapor', which is a gas that can come from heating a liquid.
  • The suffix 'izer' suggests that it transforms or creates, telling us what the device does with vapor.

Health and Medicine

  • Vaporizers are often used for delivering medication, especially for conditions like asthma, providing a way to inhale medicine without smoke.
  • Research suggests that vaporizing may be less harmful than smoking, as it avoids burning substances.
  • Patients prefer vaporizers for their controlled dosing, allowing for a more exact intake of medicine.

Technology

  • Modern vaporizers often have digital displays and temperature controls, allowing users to customize their experience.
  • The technology behind vaporizers can vary from simple methods to advanced models using convection or conduction to heat materials.

Pop Culture

  • In the 2000s, vaporizers became popular in lifestyle and wellness communities, often tied to herbal treatments and natural remedies.
  • Celebrity endorsements and social media have played a significant role in popularizing vaporizing as a modern alternative to traditional smoking.

Environmental Impact

  • Vaporizing is often marketed as a cleaner alternative to smoking, potentially reducing air pollution by creating fewer particulates.
  • Some vaporizers are designed to minimize waste, incorporating reusable parts to lessen the environmental footprint.

Translations

Translations of the word "vaporizer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 vaporizador

🇮🇳 वाष्पकारी

🇩🇪 Verdampfer

🇮🇩 penguap

🇺🇦 випарник

🇵🇱 parownik

🇯🇵 蒸発器 (じょうはつき)

🇫🇷 vaporisateur

🇪🇸 vaporizador

🇹🇷 buharlaştırıcı

🇰🇷 증발기

🇸🇦 مبخر

🇨🇿 vaporizér

🇸🇰 vaporizer

🇨🇳 蒸发器 (zhēngfāqì)

🇸🇮 uparjalnik

🇮🇸 gufari

🇰🇿 булатқыш

🇬🇪 აორთქლებელი

🇦🇿 buxarlandırıcı

🇲🇽 vaporizador

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,616 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.