sprayed (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.
How to Use sprayed
- 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."
Synonyms of sprayed
Words with a similar meaning to sprayed:
Antonyms of sprayed
Words with the opposite meaning to sprayed:
Browse the full Anaversity dictionary