n. 1. separating something into fine particles. Syn. -- atomization, fragmentation [ WordNet 1.5 ]
2. annihilation by reducing something to atoms. Syn. -- atomization [ WordNet 1.5 ]
n. 1. The act of reducing to atoms, or very minute particles; or the state of being so reduced. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Med.) The reduction of fluids into fine spray. [ 1913 Webster ]