nerve agent

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Noun nerve agent has 1 sense

nerve gas, nerve agent - a toxic gas that is inhaled or absorbed through the skin and has harmful effects on the nervous and respiratory system
--₁ is a kind of poison gas; agent
--₁ has particulars: VX gas; organophosphate nerve agent

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Nerve Agent

Definition:

A nerve agent refers to a highly toxic substance that affects the nervous system, often used as a chemical weapon or in scientific research for experimental purposes.

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Noun

Examples:

Sense 1: Chemical Weapon

The military successfully neutralized the stored nerve agents to prevent any potential harm.
Those exposed to a nerve agent may experience symptoms such as convulsions and respiratory distress.
Specialized teams were equipped to handle any incidents involving nerve agents.

Sense 2: Scientific Research

The scientists used a nerve agent in the laboratory to investigate its effects on various bodily functions.
Researchers are constantly studying nerve agents to enhance our understanding of their mechanisms and develop possible antidotes.
The discovery of nerve agents revolutionized the field of neuroscience.