aerosolizing
|aer-o-sol-iz-ing|
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/ˈɛrəˌsɑːlaɪzɪŋ/
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/ˈeərəˌsɒlaɪzɪŋ/
(aerosolize)
airborne dispersion
Etymology
Etymology Information
'aerosolize' originates from 'aerosol,' which comes from the Greek word 'aēr' meaning 'air' and the Latin word 'solutio' meaning 'solution.'
Historical Evolution
'aerosol' changed from the French word 'aérosol' and eventually became the modern English word 'aerosol.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a solution dispersed in air,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to convert into a fine spray.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
the process of converting a substance into a fine spray or mist, often for the purpose of dispersal in the air.
The medication is aerosolizing in the nebulizer.
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Last updated: 2025/05/20 17:51