Definition

A device or object that is used to spray liquids, often in a fine mist, such as a spray bottle or a garden sprayer.

Example

She used a sprayer to water the plants in her garden.

Conversation

Do you have a sprayer for the plants?

Yeah, I just bought a new one last week!

That's awesome! I need one to help with my garden.

You can borrow mine anytime; it works really well.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sprayer → It is formed from "spray" (from Middle English *sprayen*, meaning to scatter or sprinkle) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A sprayer is a person or device that scatters or sprays liquid.

Memory Tip

Think of someone or something that 'scatters' ('spray') liquid — the '-er' indicates a person or device that does this.

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