biohazard
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oʊˌhæz noun
1.
a pathogen, especially one used in or produced by biological research.
2.
the health risk posed by the possible release of such a pathogen into the environment.
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| —n | |
| material of biological origin that is hazardous to humans | |
| bio'hazardous | |
| —adj | |
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Biohazard
is always a great word to know.
So is ort. Does it mean:
| an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance. |
| a scrap or morsel of food left at a meal. |
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Medical Dictionary
biohazard bi·o·haz·ard (bī'ō-hāz'ərd)
n.
A biological agent, such as a virus or a condition that constitutes a threat to humans, especially in biological research or experimentation.
The potential danger or harm from exposure to such an agent or condition.
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Science Dictionary
| biohazard (bī'ō-hāz'ərd) Pronunciation Key
A biological agent, such as an infectious microorganism, that constitutes a threat to humans or to the environment, especially one produced in biological research or experimentation. |
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Example sentences
All specimens are transported in a color-coded, biohazard labeled container.
These materials must be sealed, transported and stored in biohazard containers.
Finally, place the cardboard mailing container into a plastic biohazard bag.
Use red bags or bags with biohazard label affixed to the bag.
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