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occupational disease

 

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Noun occupational disease has 1 sense
  1. occupational disease, industrial disease - disease or disability resulting from conditions of employment (usually from long exposure to a noxious substance or from continuous repetition of certain acts)
    --1 is a kind of disease

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Term: Occupational Disease

Description:

Occupational disease refers to a medical condition or illness that arises as a direct result of one's work or employment. It occurs due to repeated exposure to certain hazards, substances, or activities in the workplace.

Sample Sentences:

1. Noun (Medical condition):

Silicosis is a common occupational disease among workers exposed to fine silica dust in mines and construction sites.

2. Noun (Legal aspect):

The company was held liable for compensating the employees suffering from occupational diseases caused by inadequate safety measures.

3. Adjective (Related to the workplace):

The labor union demanded better protection against occupational disease risks through improved workplace regulations.

4. Adjective (Widespread in a particular occupation):

Stress-related disorders are becoming an occupational disease of epidemic proportions in the high-pressure corporate world.

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