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US/ˈer.ə.sɑːl/
UK/ˈeə.rə.sɒl/
a can that sprays liquid as a fine mist, or tiny drops floating in the air
In context
Do not use the aerosol near a flame or a heater.
Tiny aerosols in the air can carry viruses from person to person.
She sprayed deodorant from an aerosol can after the gym.
Words that go with aerosol
noun + noun
- aerosol canNever throw an aerosol can into a fire.
- aerosol sprayThe aerosol spray killed the wasps quickly.
- aerosol particlesAerosol particles can stay in the air for hours.
- aerosol propellantThe aerosol propellant is stored under pressure.
adjective + noun
- airborne aerosolAirborne aerosol spreads easily in closed rooms.
verb + noun
- use an aerosolUse an aerosol only in a well-ventilated room.