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vesicant

/vɛˈsɪkənt/ adjective · British & US
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What does vesicant mean?

adjective

A vesicant is a substance that causes blisters or burns on contact with the skin. It is often used to describe a chemical or agent that has vesicant properties.

Example

"The doctor warned the patient about the vesicant properties of the new medication."

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