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Dictionary Term: Pollution

Description:

Pollution refers to the presence or introduction of harmful substances or contaminants into the natural environment, causing adverse effects on the ecosystem, human health, or any living organisms.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: The act of polluting or the state of being polluted.

Example Sentence: The pollution caused by the chemical plant has seriously impacted the quality of the river water.

Sense 2:

Noun: Environmental pollutants, such as gases, chemicals, or waste materials, that make the air, water, or soil dirty or harmful.

Example Sentence: Air pollution from vehicle emissions is a major concern in many heavily-populated cities.

Sense 3:

Noun: Slang term for something that is offensive, corrupting, or destructive in a non-environmental context.

Example Sentence: The negative comments on social media are a pollution of our online community.

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