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 apply a substance in a fine mist.

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

to scatter or disperse a liquid in small droplets.

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

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.

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.