atomiser

Senses

1. 1.

   to atomize, to break into atoms

   to reduce (matter) into extremely small particles or atoms

2. 2.

   to spray, to mist

   to disperse a liquid into fine droplets using an atomizer or similar device

3. 3.

   to splinter, to fragment

   to break something into small scattered pieces or groups

Examples

• "La bombe atomique atomise tout sur son passage."

  The atomic bomb atomizes everything in its path.

• "Elle atomise le parfum sur ses vêtements avant de sortir."

  She sprays perfume onto her clothes before going out.

• "Les efforts politiques se sont atomisés en plusieurs petits mouvements."

  Political efforts fragmented into several small movements.

Usage

A somewhat formal or technical verb; the figurative sense (to splinter, fragment) is commonly used in political and social contexts. In everyday language, spray bottles may be called atomiseurs (noun).