aerosol can
[ˈɛroʊsɑːl kæn]
nounpl: aerosol cans
lata de aerossol
1. a pressurized container that dispenses a substance in the form of a fine mist or spray
She sprayed the air freshener from the aerosol can around the room.
Ela pulverizou o ar fresco da lata de aerossol em volta do quarto.
2. a metal or plastic container with a valve mechanism that allows the contents to be released as an atomized spray
The paint aerosol can made it easy to apply a thin, even coat.
A lata de aerossol de tinta tornou fácil aplicar uma camada fina e uniforme.
In Brazil, aerosol cans are commonly used for everything from paint to insect repellent to air fresheners. The term 'lata de aerossol' is the formal Portuguese term, but 'spray' is widely understood and used colloquially. In the United States, aerosol cans are iconic in both DIY culture and street art/graffiti communities. Environmental concerns about CFCs have led to regulations in both countries, with Brazil and the US phasing out ozone-depleting propellants in favor of more environmentally friendly alternatives.
NYC Slang
spray can (street art context, particularly associated with graffiti culture)
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