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Definition spray in British English

spray noun

noun
/spreɪ/
1

a liquid product in a container that you use by pushing a button so that the liquid is forced out through a small hole into the air

Example

Don't forget to pack the insect spray.

Example

a spray bottle/can

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2

many small drops of water that are forced into the air together, for example from the sea

Example

The cold spray from the rocks below stung her face.

Example

The dog shook himself sending a spray of water into the air.

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3

a small branch with flowers or berries on it, used for decoration

Example

fresh sprays of evergreen

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Definition spray in British English