spray (B2)
verb
Pronunciation: speɪ
Definition
To eject liquid in fine droplets from a nozzle or similar device.
Examples
The firemen used a powerful hose to spray water onto the burning building.
She sprayed her hair with a strong-hold hairspray.
He accidentally sprayed himself in the eye with the bug repellent.
How to Use spray
- spray with (prepositional phrase)
- To direct a stream of liquid onto something. — "The gardener sprayed the roses with insecticide."
- spray on (prepositional phrase)
- To apply a substance by spraying it onto a surface. — "He sprayed paint on the canvas to create abstract patterns."
- spray of (prepositional phrase)
- A small branch or cluster of something, often flowers or leaves. — "She received a beautiful spray of lilies for her birthday."
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