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Definitions from WordNet

Noun biohazard has 2 senses
  1. biohazard - hazard to humans or the environment resulting from biological agents or conditions
    --1 is a kind of
    health hazard
  2. biological agent, biohazard - any bacterium or virus or toxin that could be used in biological warfare
    --2 is a kind of agent

Definitions from the Web

Biohazard

Description:

Biohazard refers to a biological substance or infectious agent that poses a threat to the health of living organisms, including humans. It can include viruses, bacteria, toxins, or other organisms that have the potential to cause harm or disease.

Parts of Speech:

  • Noun: A substance or agent that is dangerous to living organisms.
  • Adjective: Pertaining to or involving biohazards.

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

  1. A biohazard can be a contaminated material or waste product that may contain infectious substances.
  2. In biomedical research or laboratories, biohazards are handled with utmost care to prevent any accidental exposure or risk.
  3. During a pandemic, it is crucial to properly dispose of biohazards to avoid the spread of diseases.

Adjective:

  1. The lab technician wore protective gear while handling biohazardous materials.
  2. Proper training is essential for safely dealing with biohazardous situations.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

  1. Special containers are used to dispose of medical waste that contains biohazards.
  2. The cleanup crew wore hazmat suits to safely remove the biohazard from the area.

Adjective:

  1. The researchers followed strict biohazard protocols to prevent any accidental contamination.
  2. Her job involves analyzing samples in a biohazard laboratory.

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