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par|tic|u|late
par|tic|u|late «pahr TIHK yuh liht, -layt», adjective, noun.
–adj.
of, having to do with, or consisting of small, separate particles: »

Some filters…effectively remove particulate matter from gases (Science News Letter).

–n.
a very small, separate particle, such as a particle of dust or fiber: »

The major source of atmospheric particulates include combustion of coal, gasoline, and fuel oil; cement production; lime kiln operation; incineration; and agricultural burning (Francis A. Wood).

[< Latin particula particle]

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