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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pollutant

/ˈpɒljʊtənt/ noun · British & US
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What does pollutant mean?

noun

A substance that contaminates the environment, especially water or air, and is harmful to living organisms.

Example

"The factory's emissions were a major pollutant in the city's air quality."

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