Spray

/spreɪ/ noun, verb

Definition

Liquid or water scattered into fine droplets; or to scatter something in droplets.

Etymology

Of unclear origin, possibly from Old Norse 'sprey' meaning 'seaweed.' May relate to 'spread.' First recorded in English around the 1600s.

Kelly Says

Ocean spray—misty water blown by wind—gave this word its name, and people have been inspired by that natural mist ever since we invented spray bottles!

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