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Definition of Particulate
1. Noun. A small discrete mass of solid or liquid matter that remains individually dispersed in gas or liquid emissions (usually considered to be an atmospheric pollutant).
2. Adjective. Composed of distinct particles.
Antonyms: Nonparticulate
Definition of Particulate
1. v. t. & i. To particularize.
2. a. Having the form of a particle.
Definition of Particulate
1. [n -S]
Medical Definition of Particulate
1. 1. Having the form of a particle. 2. Referring to, or produced by, particles, such as dust, minute germs, etc. "The smallpox is a particulate disease." (Tyndall) Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)