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Examples of contaminant in a Sentence
a filter to remove contaminants from the drinking water
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Recalled for potential metal contaminant. Borsari Bloody Mary Mix.
—Jason Lalljee, Axios, 26 Dec. 2024
Key Findings The study found that common regulated contaminants—including arsenic, lead, copper and nickel—were present at levels below drinking water and ecological standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
—Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2024
This means it’s been independently verified to be free of contaminants and has an accurate ingredient label.
—Holly Klamer, Ms, Health, 19 Dec. 2024
In just the last six months, the South Coast AQMD has issued the facility eight such nuisance violations, which indicate a discharge of air contaminants causing odors traced back to Hyperion, according to recent inspector testimony.
—Grace Toohey, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
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Etymology
First Known Use
1922, in the meaning defined above
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“Contaminant.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/contaminant. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
Kids Definition
contaminant
noun
con·tam·i·nant
kən-ˈtam-ə-nənt
: something that contaminates
Medical Definition
contaminant
noun
con·tam·i·nant
kən-ˈtam-ə-nənt
: something that contaminates
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