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Noun chemical warfare has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebChemical WarfareDescriptionChemical warfare refers to the use of toxic chemicals as weapons, typically in the form of gases, liquids, or solids, to harm or kill people and cause significant damage to the surrounding environment. It involves deliberate actions of releasing, dispersing, or deploying chemical agents with the intention to incapacitate or cause fatalities in military or civilian populations. Senses and UsagesNoun - Military1. The deployment of chemical agents by military forces to incapacitate or cause casualties among enemy combatants. Example sentence: The soldiers were equipped with gas masks to protect them from chemical warfare attacks. Related products on AmazonNoun - Historical2. The use of toxic substances during past wars to inflict harm on enemy forces or civilian populations. Example sentence: The devastating consequences of chemical warfare during World War I prompted the establishment of international bans on such weapons. Related products on AmazonNoun - Figurative3. The tactic of using deception, manipulation, or intimidation to harm or undermine someone psychologically or emotionally. Example sentence: The politician was accused of engaging in psychological chemical warfare by spreading false information about his opponent. Related products on Amazon | ||||
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