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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

contaminants

/kɒntəˈmɪnəntz/ noun · British & US
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What does contaminants mean?

noun

Substances that pollute the environment, especially water or air, by chemical or biological means. These substances can be natural or man-made and can have harmful effects on living organisms and ecosystems.

Example

"The factory's waste was found to contain toxic contaminants that were harming local wildlife."

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