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Pepper spray Moderate

Pepper spray has 3 different meanings across 1 category:

Noun

Definitions
Noun
1

a nonlethal aerosol spray made with the pepper derivative oleoresin capiscum; used to cause temporary blindness and incapacitate an attacker; also used as a bear deterrent

2

A non-lethal chemical agent detived from peppers used in riot control and personal self-defense.

Verb
1

To douse (someone or something) with pepper spray.

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Broader Terms (hypernyms)
aerosol chemical weapon
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