aspergillum
9.9
A small tool for sprinkling water or powder
- noun
- /ˌæspərˈɡɪləm/
:
aspersor
- The chef used an aspergillum to sprinkle the powdered sugar evenly over the dessert.
Examples
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To ensure an even coating, he reached for the aspergillum to disperse the scented oil across the fabric.
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In the workshop, she demonstrated how to use the aspergillum for applying paint to delicate surfaces.
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From that satchel, he then removed an aspergillum of black horsehair, which he handed to the leader before getting to his feet, also picking up the leaden bowl of blood.
Fiction book (1991)
Synonyms
9.9
A small tool with a short handle and a ball with holes holding a sponge used to sprinkle holy water
is used for sprinkling liquids or powders outside religious contexts
Surface Forms
aspergillum singular
aspergilla plural
Etymology
Aspergillum comes from the Latin word aspergere, which means 'to sprinkle' and contains ad- 'to' and spargere 'to scatter'. That is why an aspergillum can also mean any small tool used to scatter or gently sprinkle water, perfume, or powder in everyday settings.
