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vaporizer

/ˈveɪ.pə.raɪ.zər/
(UK: vaporiser)
va · por · iz · er
Plural:vaporizers
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vaporizer Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A mechanical or electrical device that converts a liquid or solid substance into a fine mist, steam, or vapor, especially one used to humidify room air or deliver medicated steam for inhalation.

Example

"The pediatrician recommended running a warm-mist vaporizer in the bedroom to help ease the child's nighttime cough."

2

An electronic device that heats liquid solutions, oils, or dried plant matter to release active compounds as an inhalable aerosol without combustion.

Example

"Public health officials updated the indoor air regulations to restrict the use of portable vaporizers in enclosed workplaces."

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• Nearby Words

vapidly
vapor
vaporize
vaporizer
vaporless
vaporous
vapors

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century as an agent noun from the verb vaporize, which derives from the Latin noun vapor, meaning 'steam, exhalation, or heat'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Vaporizer. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/vaporizer
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