vaporizer

[ vey-puh-rahy-zer ]

noun

1. a person or thing that vaporizes.
2. a device for turning liquid into vapor, as an atomizer, especially one that converts a medicinal substance into a vapor that is inhaled for respiratory relief.

vaporizer

/ ˈveɪpəˌraɪzə /

noun

1. a substance that vaporizes or a device that causes vaporization
2. med a device that produces steam or atomizes medication for inhalation

Word History and Origins

Origin of vaporizer¹

First recorded in 1840–50; vaporize + -er ¹

Example Sentences

The company plans to invest in its “new products” business, which includes vaporizers.

From Seattle Times

A few pause mid-hit and silently tilt their pipes or vaporizers in her direction in acknowledgment.

From Los Angeles Times

“We still keep one or two desflurane vaporizers so someone could use it if they really need it, but it is no longer at arm’s reach in every operating room,” he said.

From Washington Post

The distributor of vaporizers and smoking accessories reported weak fourth quarter revenue.

From Seattle Times

Northern Lights’ compostable cannabis concentrate drinking straws might just be the best thing to happen to social cannabis consumption since the single-use vaporizer pen.

From Los Angeles Times

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