particulate
(par-tic-u-late)
4 syllables
Definition
adjective. composed of distinct particles;
noun. a small discrete mass of solid or liquid matter that remains individually dispersed in gas or liquid emissions
noun. a small discrete mass of solid or liquid matter that remains individually dispersed in gas or liquid emissions
Example Sentence
The scientist tested a particulate from the diesel.
Synonyms
distinct particle; separate particle; fine particle
Antonyms
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particulate
Rhymes
- articulate
- particulate
- inarticulate