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at·om·ize
 atomize
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- pronunciation:
- ae
t
maIz
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb)
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transitive verb |
| inflections: |
atomizes, atomizing, atomized |
| definition 1: |
to divide into atoms.
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| definition 2: |
to divide into small particles or spray.
This perfume can be atomized.- similar words:
- evaporate, spray
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| definition 3: |
to subject to the effects of an atomic weapon.
The bomb atomized the city. |
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| derivation: |
atomization (n.) |
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