: something that contaminates

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 See all Example Sentences for contaminant 

Word History

First Known Use

1922, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of contaminant was in 1922

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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
: something that contaminates

Medical Definition

contaminant

noun
: something that contaminates

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