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sprays

n. C / U
B1 Intermediate US //ˈspɹeɪz// UK //spɹˈeɪz// sprays

n. liquid that is forced out of a container in a mass of very small drops. You see this when you use a cleaning bottle or when waves hit rocks.

n. liquid dispersed in a mass of fine droplets, typically through mechanical force or pressure. Often refers to the substance itself or the device used to apply it.


SIMPLE

She uses several different cleaning sprays for the kitchen.

CONTEXTUAL

The gardener applied organic insect sprays to the roses to protect them without using harsh chemicals.

COMPLEX

As the ferry gained speed, cold ocean sprays dashed against the windows, obscuring the view of the receding coastline with a fine mist of saltwater.

Synonyms
Usage

Countable when referring to specific types of products or instances of liquid being dispersed; uncountable when referring to the mass of droplets generally.

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