spraying

/ˈspreɪɪŋ/
/ˈspreɪɪŋ/
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Definitions of spraying
  1. noun
    the application of a liquid in the form of small particles ejected from a sprayer
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    types:
    spray painting
    applying paint with a sprayer
    type of:
    application, coating, covering
    the work of applying something
  2. noun
    the dispersion of fungicides or insecticides or fertilizer on growing crops (often from a low-flying aircraft)
    synonyms: crop-dusting
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    type of:
    diffusion, dispersal, dispersion, dissemination
    the act of dispersing or diffusing something
  3. noun
    a quantity of small objects flying through the air
    synonyms: spray
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    type of:
    small indefinite amount, small indefinite quantity
    an indefinite quantity that is below average size or magnitude
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