particulate
/pərˈtɪkjələt/
adjective
- Relating to or consisting of tiny separate particles.
- Particulate matter in the air can reduce visibility.
- Particulate pollution is a major concern in big cities.
- The lab studied the particulate composition of the dust.
noun
- A tiny piece of solid or liquid matter, especially one found in the air or in a mixture.
- Scientists measured the level of particulates in the smoke.
- The air filter removes harmful particulates from the room.
- Particulates from car exhaust can cause breathing problems.