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Pollution Definition & Meaning

pollution
noun
  1. undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities
  2. the state of being polluted
  3. the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors

"Pollution" in song lyrics

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  • "What's the conclusion about the solution pollution"
    Aceyalone f/ Goapele — Moonlit Skies
  • "As I walk out my door, step into the pollution"
    Aesop Rock f/ C-Rayz Walz — Bent Life
  • "Forgot about the pollution"
    Alltruisms — 'Oh'

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Frequently asked questions

What does pollution mean?
undesirable state of the natural environment being contaminated with harmful substances as a consequence of human activities the state of being polluted the act of contaminating or polluting; including (either intentionally or accidentally) unwanted substances or factors
What part of speech is pollution?
Pollution is a noun.
How many definitions does pollution have?
Pollution has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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