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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative spelling of lachrymator. alt-of, alternative
2. 2
   a gas that makes the eyes fill with tears but does not damage them; used in dispersing crowds wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

lachrymatortear gastear gasteargas

Etymology

From lacrimate + -or.

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