HealthAugust 20, 2026
particulate
par-TIK-yuh-lit
Definition
Relating to or consisting of minute, discrete particles of matter, typically those that cause pollution or remain suspended in the air.
Etymology
Derived from the Latin word 'particula', meaning 'little part' or 'particle', which evolved through Middle French to describe substances existing in tiny, separate pieces.
In the news
The article highlights how reducing traffic decreases tire particulate matter in the air, emphasizing that roads are a source of significant public health risks.
Public transit is a public health solution
Read the full article ↗The Washington Post