CEFR C1

particulate

noun

Meaning

Extremely small particles, especially those found in the air, such as dust, smoke, or soot.

Examples

Fine particulate matter can penetrate deep into the lungs.
The study measured the concentration of particulate pollutants.

Synonyms: dust, soot, granule, residue

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particulate (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /pərˈtɪkjəlɪt/

Definition

Extremely small particles, especially those found in the air, such as dust, smoke, or soot.

Examples

Fine particulate matter can penetrate deep into the lungs.
The study measured the concentration of particulate pollutants.
Vehicles are a major source of particulate emissions.

How to Use particulate

particulate matter (collocation): Tiny solid particles or liquid droplets suspended in the air. — "The report focused on the health effects of fine particulate matter."
particulate filter (collocation): A device used to remove particles from a fluid (gas or liquid). — "Diesel engines are equipped with a particulate filter to reduce emissions."

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