Spray

/spreɪ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a liquid substance that is dispersed as fine droplets.

The room was filled with a pleasant spray of lavender perfume.

a device or container designed for spraying liquids.

She bought a new spray for her bathroom to keep it smelling fresh.

the action of spraying; a burst or jet of liquid.

A spray of water hit the crowd during the fountain show.

verb

to send out in a stream or series, often used in the context of a jet or burst.

The firefighter sprayed water from the hose onto the burning building.

to scatter or disperse a liquid in small droplets.

She decided to spray the plants with water to keep them hydrated.

to apply a substance in a fine mist.

He will spray the paint on the wall for a smooth finish.

Middle English spraye, from the Old English sprēgan, meaning to scatter.

spray and pray

To act with a lot of effort without a clear plan, hoping for a successful outcome.

spray on

To apply something in a spray form.

spray around

To scatter or distribute something in various directions.

spritzer

A device used to spray liquid.

atomizer

A device that converts liquid into a fine spray.

nozzle

A fitting for the end of a hose or pipe to control the direction or flow of the spray.

To exit quickly, sometimes without leaving a trace.

When the cops arrived, he decided to spray out of there.

To talk a lot or boast, often about something trivial.

Stop spraying, we get it, you're the best.