atomizer

noun

at·​om·​iz·​er ˈa-tə-ˌmī-zər How to pronounce atomizer (audio)
: an instrument for atomizing usually a perfume, disinfectant, or medicament

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Word History

First Known Use

1865, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of atomizer was in 1865

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“Atomizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/atomizer. Accessed 23 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

atomizer

noun
at·​om·​iz·​er ˈat-ə-ˌmī-zər How to pronounce atomizer (audio)
: a device for giving a very fine spray of a liquid (as a perfume)

Medical Definition

atomizer

noun
at·​om·​iz·​er
variants or British atomiser
: an instrument for atomizing usually a perfume, disinfectant, or medicament

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