Particulate
(adjective)
- Composed of minute particles.
- Relating to or denoting a substance or mixture in the form of small particles.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from particle + -ate.
Examples:
- Particulate matter in the air.
- A particulate suspension.
- This filter removes particulate matter from the air.
- The particulate nature of the substance made it difficult to measure accurately.
- Particulate pollution is a major problem in urban areas.