| warfare that makes use of bacteria, viruses, toxins, etc., to disable or destroy people, domestic animals, and food crops. Abbreviation: B.W. |
| germ warfare n. The use of injurious microorganisms, such as bacteria or viruses, as weapons in warfare. |
| Main Entry: | germ warfare |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | See biowarfare |
The use of microorganisms in war to injure or destroy humans, animals, or crops. This type of warfare is outlawed by international treaty, but facilities for developing biological weapons exist in some countries. (See bioterrorism and biological warfare.)
biological warfare n.
The use of disease-producing microorganisms, toxic biological products, or organic biocides to cause death or injury to humans, animals, or plants.
