tear gas
"Tear gas" refers to chemical agents that cause irritation to the eyes and respiratory system, commonly used for crowd control.
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Definition
B2Law Enforcement
(technical, common)A chemical agent that irritates the eyes and respiratory system, used by police to control crowds.
Example
- The police used tear gas to disperse the protesters.
C1Chemistry
(technical)A synthetic compound that causes eye and respiratory irritation, commonly dispersed as a spray or gas.
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