spray can

noun

: a pressurized container from which aerosols are dispensed

Examples of spray can in a Sentence

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Be aware that no spray can guarantee control and that not all products have a chance of working. Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026 Once the toad is positively identified as the invasive species by spotting the poison glands behind its eyes, benzocaine or lidocaine ointment or spray can be used as anesthesia to ensure the toad doesn’t feel pain. Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 23 June 2026 But for anyone who is sensitive to fragrance, that cozy fall candle or ocean-breeze spray can be more headache-inducing than inviting. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 That led to the July 2025 stakeout, where Durisseau threw out the spray can that was tested for DNA and matched to the attacks. Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for spray can

Word History

First Known Use

1958, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of spray can was in 1958

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“Spray can.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spray%20can. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.

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