nebulize

/ˈnɛbjəlaɪz/
verb
  1. To convert a liquid into a fine spray or mist, especially for medical inhalation therapy.
    • Doctors often nebulize saline solution to help clear a child's stuffy nose.
    • The machine can nebulize water into a cool mist for a humidifier.
    • The nurse will nebulize the medication so the patient can breathe it in easily.
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