fogger

American  

[fog-er, faw-ger] / ˈfɒg ər, ˈfɔ gər /

noun

1. a device that spreads a chemical, as an insecticide, in the form of a fog.

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Etymology

Origin of fogger

fog ¹ + -er ¹

Example Sentences

All locations will follow CinemaSafe protocols developed by the National Assn. of Theatre Owners in conjunction with leading epidemiologists: Buildings will be fitted with new safety measures including enhanced ventilation systems, plexiglass barriers, hydrogen peroxide fogger machines, hand sanitizing stations, contact-free devices and plenty of personal protection equipment for staff members.

From Los Angeles Times

At that point, McQuillen raised the MK-90 fogger, a chemical spray used to control crowds, and sprayed the girl in the face, according to the court documents.

From Seattle Times

He said his unit was told to clear a commercial parking lot, and he used a device known as a fogger to blanket the area with clouds of pepper spray.

From Seattle Times

Wilson said that he grabbed her with his left hand while his fogger was still in his right hand.

From Seattle Times

Jack Shevel, co-founder of San Diego disinfection company Zappogen, said that because COVID-19 spreads by airborne transmission, it is best to disinfect using an electrostatic sprayer or fogger filled with a disinfectant designed to kill airborne pathogens.

From Scientific American