overspray

noun, verb — 2 senses

overspray

noun

/ˈoʊvə(ɹ)ˌspɹeɪ/

Etymology From over- + spray.

1

In spray painting, the spray that goes outside the area being painted (necessary to ensure coverage at the edge).

Derived terms
overspray surface texture

overspray

verb

/ˌoʊvə(ɹ)ˈspɹeɪ/

Etymology From over- + spray.

1

To produce overspray when spray painting.

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