spritz

[ sprits, shprits ]

verb (used with object)

1. to spray briefly and quickly; squirt:

   He spritzed a little soda in his drink.

noun

1. a quick, brief spray of liquid; squirt.

Word History and Origins

Origin of spritz¹

1915–20, Americanism; < German spritzen to squirt, spray

Example Sentences

If you become aware the flight attendants are using spray to "spritz" the aircraft near you, you may want to put some socks or deodorant on, Mary says, as cabin crew won't say anything directly.

From BBC

Obviously aperitivo drinks, like the perennially popular Aperol spritz, had gained huge traction in the United States and elsewhere globally, but Ferrari didn’t see this particular style of snacking growing along with it.

From Salon

Even when what you really want is a non-alcoholic Aperol spritz, it can feel awkward to repeatedly say “no thanks!” in the face of constant pressure to imbibe.

From Seattle Times

It’s why food stylists paint strawberries with lipstick and spritz pancakes with motor oil.

From Seattle Times

Over dinner in Hollywood, a friend confides that she’s spritzing it on the soles of her feet at night and getting “the best sleep of my life.”

From Los Angeles Times

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