aerosol
[/ˈɛrəsɑːl/ or /ˈɛrəsoʊl/]
nounmasculinepl: aerosols / aerossóis
aerossol
1. A substance dispensed from a pressurized container as a fine mist or spray
She used an aerosol deodorant in the morning.
Ela usou um aerossol de desodorante pela manhã.
2. A suspension of fine solid particles or liquid droplets in air or another gas
Aerosol particles in the atmosphere can affect air quality.
As partículas de aerossol na atmosfera podem afetar a qualidade do ar.
3. A container with a pressurized system for spraying its contents
The paint comes in an aerosol can.
A tinta vem em uma lata de aerossol.
In Brazil, aerossol is the standard term for spray products commonly used for personal hygiene (deodorants, air fresheners) and household items. The word has become increasingly prominent in environmental discussions regarding ozone depletion and air quality. In the USA, while 'aerosol' is the technical term, people more colloquially say 'spray can' or 'spray bottle' depending on the product type.
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