applicator

Thân thiện

The makeup artist uses a small foam applicator to blend eyeshadow.

Definition

Noun: A tool or device specifically designed to hold, spread, or otherwise put a substance onto a surface or area.

Usage

An applicator is used to apply a product neatly, precisely, or hygienically. It is commonly associated with cosmetics, medicines, adhesives, and cleaning products.

Examples

• She used a small foam applicator to blend the eyeshadow perfectly.
• The medicine came with a disposable applicator for applying the ointment.
• For this craft, you'll need a glue applicator with a fine tip.

Advanced Usage

• "applicator tip": The specific end part of the device that contacts the substance or surface. Often designed for a particular function (e.g., brush tip, rollerball tip, sponge tip).
  • The bottle features a precise felt applicator tip for detailed work.
• In medical or laboratory contexts, an applicator can be a sterile rod, swab, or stick.
  • The nurse used a cotton-tipped applicator to clean the wound.

Variants and Related Words

• Applicator stick (n): A simple rod, often made of wood or plastic, with an absorbent tip (like cotton) used for applying or sampling substances.
  • He used an applicator stick to collect a bacterial sample.
• Applicator brush (n): An applicator where the functional part is a brush.
  • The nail polish bottle has a built-in applicator brush.

Synonyms

• Applier
• Dispenser
• Spreader

Related Phrases

• With applicator: A phrase used in product descriptions to indicate the included tool.
  • The hair dye is sold with applicator.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a device for applying a substance

Từ đồng nghĩa

• applier