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tear gas

The correct spelling is tear gas.

How to pronounce tear gas

noun

IPA: /ˈtɪəɡæs/

Say it like: Tee-r g-as

The correct spelling is tear gas. Any lachrymatory, non-lethal chemical compound that causes the eyes to sting and water and/or irritates the respiratory system, mostly used for controlling crowds during riots o… For example: "The riot squad tear gassed the mob."

Usage Examples

The riot squad tear gassed the mob.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Any lachrymatory, non-lethal chemical compound that causes the eyes to sting and water and/or irritates the respiratory system, mostly used for controlling crowds during riots or as self-defense.

verb

  1. 1.To use tear gas.

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