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Definition of Sprayer

1. Noun. A worker who applies spray to a surface.

2. Noun. A dispenser that turns a liquid (such as perfume) into a fine mist.

Definition of Sprayer

1. n. One that sprays; any instrument for vaporizing and spraying liquids.

Definition of Sprayer

1. Noun. an object used for spraying, e.g. a spray bottle ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Sprayer

1. one that sprays [n -S] - See also: sprays

Lexicographical Neighbors of Sprayer

spray spray-can spray-dried spray-dry spray can spray cans spray gun spray paint spray painting sprayable

sprayboard sprayboards spraydeck spraydecks sprayed sprayer (current term) sprayers sprayey sprayier sprayiest

spraying sprayings spraylike spraypaint spraypainted spraypainter spraypainters spraypainting spraypaints sprayproof

Literary usage of Sprayer

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. A Handbook for Weed Control in Rice by Kwesi Ampong-Nyarko, Surajit K. De Datta (1991)
"4.3) (eg, Birky sprayer) have been introduced. This eliminates the cost of batteries for the first-generation CDA. Granular applicator Herbicides sold as ..."

2. Biennial Report by Oregon Board of Horticulture (1921)
"The black color makes it possible for the sprayer to see at once just where his spray hits and whether it is in the form of a fine mist or of coarse ..."

3. Sheet Metal Drafting, Prepared in the Extension Division of the University by Ellsworth M. Longfield (1921)
"Problem 35 ATOMIZING sprayer 66. The Atomizing sprayer.—This type of sprayer consists of a cylindrical tank or reservoir in which is soldered a small tube ..."

4. Sheet Metal Drafting, Prepared in the Extension Division of the University by Ellsworth M. Longfield (1921)
"Problem 35 ATOMIZING sprayer 66. The Atomizing sprayer.—This type of sprayer consists of a cylindrical tank or reservoir in which is soldered a small tube ..."

5. Pacific Northwest Agricultural Insect & Plant Disease Study Manual by Hugh W. Homan, Russell W. Clausen (1998)
"Pressurize the sprayer and spray the area defined by the marked square. Maintain uniform operator walking speed, nozzle height, and tank pressurization. ..."

6. The Principles of Fruit-growing, with Applications to Practice by Liberty Hyde Bailey (1915)
"Synopsis of the principal considerations in the dunce ca power sprayer and nozzles (Melander and Beattie, "Wash- Bull. No. 106): 1. ..."

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