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Auto container is described as a container equipped for the transportation of vehicles.
Aneroid barometer is described as a mechanical barometer used to measure air pressure for warnings of changing weather. A barometer is an instrument used to measure atmospheric pressure, usually measured in inches of mercury or millibars.
Airbrushing denotes a technique of using an airbrush to create art or improve the appearance of art. It is the art of touching a up photo prior to the card being printed. It was generally done to remove imperfections or improve the work of art.
Airbrush was originally developed as an artist's tool that sprays a fine mist of paint, an airbrush is used both for illustration and retouching. It is described as an atomizer that applies a fine spray of paint under pressure from a tank of compressed air or carbonic gas. Photoshop includes an airbrush tool.