Hazmat

/ˈhæzˌmæt/ noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    Alternative form of hazmat. alt-of, alternative, countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    Hazardous material(s). US, attributive, countable, often, uncountable

    "hazmat suit"

  3. 3
    an abbreviation for ‘hazardous material’ used on warning signs wordnet

Synonyms

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dangerous materialdangerous materials categoryhazardous materialhazardous materialshazardous materials categoryhazardous materials handling

Example

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"In Bangkok, the streets are deserted except for military trucks and workers in hazmat suits."

Etymology

Blend of hazardous + material.

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