noun Uncommon

spraying

Spraying (noun) means the act of releasing a liquid in a fine mist over something. Example: “Crop spraying by helicopter began at dawn.”

noun

The act of releasing a liquid in a fine mist over something.

"Crop spraying by helicopter began at dawn."

How to use spraying

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe process of covering something with a fine mist of liquid.

Common pairings

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Word forms

sprayings plural

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Etymology

Formed from spray plus the "-ing" suffix.

Synonyms

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spray crop-dusting

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Rhymes for spraying

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Frequently asked questions

What does “spraying” mean?

The word “spraying” means the act of releasing a liquid in a fine mist over something. In plain terms, the process of covering something with a fine mist of liquid.

How do you use “spraying” in a sentence?

Here is “spraying” used in a sentence: “Crop spraying by helicopter began at dawn.”

What part of speech is “spraying”?

“Spraying” is a noun.

Is “spraying” a common word?

“Spraying” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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