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Word: Spray
Speech Type: Noun
Etymology:
early 17th century (earlier as spry): related to Middle Dutch spra(e)yen ‘sprinkle’
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
spreɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
liquid that is blown or driven through the air in the form of tiny drops
Short Definition:liquid that is blown or driven through air in form of tiny drops
Examples:- a torrent of white foam and spray
- a fine spray of mud
Word: Spray
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
spreɪ
Dialects: British English
Definition:
apply (liquid) to someone or something in the form of tiny drops
Short Definition:apply liquid to person or thing in form of tiny drops
Examples:- the product can be sprayed on to wet or dry hair
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