spray can

NOUN

dispenser of fine spray

Synonyms

WEAK

aerosol atomizer concentrate sprayer mist concentrate sprayer spray

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Professor Tregoning says that a nasal spray can help with a blocked nose but all you need is a simple saline spray which is just salt and water.

From BBC • Nov. 21, 2025

The spray can contaminate waterways and is harmful to aquatic life, while the injectable kills non-target species, such as butterflies and moths, she said.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2024

This water spray can travel up to 80cm — the length of the average adult arm.

From Salon • Nov. 27, 2023

For example, performing a cutting motion opens the scissor tool, and the spray motion opens the spray can tool.

From Science Daily • Nov. 7, 2023

I used to hit up streets with a spray can to get name recognition, not spread hatred.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers