chemical weapon
1 of 1noun/ˈkɛmɪkəl ˈwɛpən/
Forms:chemical weapons
1
a toxic substance that is used to cause harm or death to humans, animals, or plants
- Chemical weapons are prohibited under international law due to their devastating effects.
- The use of a chemical weapon in warfare has been condemned by many countries.
- The discovery of a stockpile of chemical weapons prompted global concern.
- The international community has worked to eliminate the use of chemical weapons in conflict.
- A chemical weapon can cause widespread environmental damage as well as human casualties.