atomize meaning

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atomize (verb): spray very finely.

Spelling: atomise (British) · atomize (American)

atomize has 3 meanings in this dictionary.

atomize as a verb

  1. spray very finely
    • atomize perfume

    Synonyms: atomise

    Type of: spray

    Related forms: atomizer

  2. strike at with firepower or bombs
    • zap the enemy

    Synonyms: nuke, atomise, zap

    Type of: bombard

    Related forms: atomization

  3. break up into small particles
    • the fine powder had been atomized by air

    Synonyms: atomise

    Type of: break up

    Related forms: atomization, atomizer, atom

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