aerosol bomb

• Termo antigo para um frasco aerossol, geralmente contendo gás comprimido e líquido que podem ser liberados como uma névoa fina. Era mais comum em meados do século XX e foi amplamente substituído por «frasco aerossol» ou «spray».

An outdated term for an aerosol spray can, typically containing pressurized gas and liquid that can be released as a fine mist. The term was more common in the mid-20th century and has largely been replaced by 'aerosol can' or 'spray can'.

1. Pressurized containerB2formal

   A canister that releases a fine spray of liquid or powder when a button is pressed, using a propellant gas.

   Bomba de aerossol

   • She used an aerosol bomb to spray paint the wall.
   • The insecticide was sold in an aerosol bomb for easy application.
   • Aerosol bombs are often used for household cleaning products.

2. Historical military termC1formal

   A type of weapon that disperses chemical agents or biological materials in a fine mist over a wide area.

   Bomba de aerossol

   • The military tested an aerosol bomb for dispersing tear gas.
   • Historical records mention the use of aerosol bombs in chemical warfare.
   • The aerosol bomb was designed to release a cloud of toxic substances.