vaporizer

noun

va·​por·​iz·​er ˈvā-pə-ˌrī-zər How to pronounce vaporizer (audio)
: one that vaporizes: such as
a
b
: a device for converting water or a medicated liquid into a vapor for inhalation

Examples of vaporizer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Its warm temperature can soothe sore throats and also acts as a vaporizer, helping to loosen mucus in the nasal passages, which can alleviate that stuffy nose. Jeannette Moninger, Parents, 11 June 2024 Disposable e-cigs and nicotine vaporizer pens but none with refillable chambers containing visible liquid. Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 27 Mar. 2024 Aromatherapy typically involves inhaling essential oil scents or dosing them into a vaporizer machine for quality rest. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 4 June 2024 Those with lung or other pulmonary issues should avoid using vaporizers. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vaporizer 

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1846, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of vaporizer was circa 1846

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Cite this Entry

“Vaporizer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vaporizer. Accessed 30 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

vaporizer

noun
va·​por·​iz·​er ˈvā-pə-ˌrī-zər How to pronounce vaporizer (audio)
: a device that vaporizes something (as water or a liquid containing medicine)

Medical Definition

vaporizer

noun
va·​por·​iz·​er
variants also British vaporiser
: one that vaporizes: as
a
b
: a device for converting water or a medicated liquid into a vapor for inhalation

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