particulate

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Definitions

n.

A tiny separate particle of solid or liquid matter suspended in air or liquid, often as a pollutant.

微粒,颗粒物

adj.

Composed of or relating to separate, distinct particles.

微粒的,由微粒构成的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
particulroot
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ateto make, having
=particulate

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Particulate matter in the air can damage lungs and cause respiratory problems.

  • 2.

    The filters remove particulate pollutants from the water supply.

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