spraying
n. uncountablen. the act of sending out a liquid in a stream of very small drops. You see this when someone uses a bottle to water plants or paint a car.
n. the act or process of dispersing a liquid in the form of a fine mist or small droplets. Often refers to the application of chemicals, paint, or water to a surface.
The spraying of the crops happens every spring.
Regular spraying of the fruit trees is necessary to protect the harvest from invasive insects.
The automated spraying system ensures an even coat of sealant across the entire fuselage, reducing the risk of corrosion in high-altitude environments.
From spray + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Often functions as a gerund noun; frequently followed by the preposition 'of' to indicate the substance or object being treated.
Last updated May 6, 2026