spray
Third Person
sprays
Present Participle
spraying
Past Tense
sprayed
Past Participle
sprayed
1
to release small particles of a liquid over an area or surface
transitive
- The gardener sprayed water over the flowers to keep them hydrated during the hot summer days.
- She sprayed a mist of perfume in the air before walking into it, ensuring a light and even application.
- To freshen up the room, she used an air freshener to spray a pleasant scent into the air.
2
to expel a fine mist or stream of liquid or other substance from the body, often as a defense mechanism or as a way to mark territory or communicate with other animals
transitive
- The skunk sprayed a foul-smelling liquid when it felt threatened by the approaching predator.
- The cat sprayed a small amount of urine to mark its territory around the perimeter of the house.
- The rattlesnake sprayed venom from its fangs as a warning to the intruding hiker.
- The male tomcat sprayed the fence posts with pheromones to attract potential mates.
- The octopus sprayed a cloud of ink to camouflage itself and evade capture by the predator.
3
(of liquids) to be discharged in tiny droplets propelled through the air
- As the waves crashed against the shore, foam sprayed everywhere.
- The sprinkler turned on, and water sprayed across the lawn.
- The geyser erupted, and hot water sprayed into the air, forming a magnificent display.
- The water sprayed from the broken pipe, creating a puddle on the ground.
- The whale surfaced, and water sprayed from its blowhole.
4
to cover a surface by dispersing liquid onto it
transitive
- She sprayed the plants with water to keep them hydrated.
- The artist sprayed the canvas with paint to create a vibrant abstract piece.
- She sprayed the countertops with disinfectant to clean and sanitize them.
- The firefighter sprayed the flames with water to extinguish the fire.
- She sprayed her hair with hair spray to hold the style in place.