spray can

NOUN

dispenser of fine spray

Synonyms

WEAK

aerosol atomizer concentrate sprayer mist concentrate sprayer spray

Example Sentences

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But how fun is it for the folk on the other end of his spray can?

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2025

This water spray can travel up to 80cm — the length of the average adult arm.

From Salon • Nov. 27, 2023

For example, performing a cutting motion opens the scissor tool, and the spray motion opens the spray can tool.

From Science Daily • Nov. 7, 2023

The accidents involved spray can models of various brands manufactured between 2011 and 2019 that used a venting system with a lower threshold for heat than previous versions, Smith explained.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 1, 2023

I used to hit up streets with a spray can to get name recognition, not spread hatred.

From "The Freedom Writers Diary" by The Freedom Writers