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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   Alternative form of non-lethal. alt-of, alternative

Adjective

1. 1
   Alternative form of non-lethal. alt-of, alternative, not-comparable

   "As part of the global F-35 supply chain, we contribute components and parts that are nonlethal in nature."

Adjective

1. 1
   not capable of causing death wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

nonfatal

Example

More examples

"As part of the global F-35 supply chain, we contribute components and parts that are nonlethal in nature."

Etymology

From non- + lethal.

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