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Contamination Definition & Meaning

contamination
noun
  1. the state of being contaminated
  2. a substance that contaminates
  3. the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors

"Contamination" in song lyrics

See how contamination is used in real songs:

  • "Face decapitation and material contamination"
    Jedi Mind Tricks — The Immaculate Conception
  • "contamination"
    Mighty Kalipssus — Pollution
  • "Before 1978 there was no blood with AIDS contamination"
    Ras Kass — Ordo Abchao (Order Out Of Chaos)

Usage tips for "contamination"

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Frequently asked questions

What does contamination mean?
the state of being contaminated a substance that contaminates the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors
What part of speech is contamination?
Contamination is a noun.
How many definitions does contamination have?
Contamination has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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