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biohazard

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bi·o·haz·ard (b-hzrd)
n.
1. A biological agent, such as a virus or a condition that constitutes a threat to humans, especially in biological research or experimentation.
2. The potential danger or harm from exposure to such an agent or condition.

biohazard
[-haz′ərd]
Etymology: Gk, bios, life; OFr, hasard
anything that is a risk to organisms, such as ionizing radiation or harmful bacteria or viruses.


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