ˈ ̷ ̷( ̷ ̷) ̷ ̷ˌsȯl, -ōl noun
( -s )
Etymology: aer- + sol
1. : a suspension of ultramicroscopic solid or liquid particles in air or gas (as smoke, fog, or mist)
2.
a. : a substance and a propellant (as compressed gas) in a container with a valve through which the substance is dispensed as an aerosol ; especially : a liquid containing an active agent (as an insecticide, germicide, medicine, or cosmetic)
b. : a container for this