Meaning of pepper spray in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

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  1. Noun

    pepper spray

    Definitions

    1. a nonlethal aerosol spray made with the pepper derivative oleorsein capiscum

    Examples

    • « used to cause temporary blindness and incapacitate an attacker »
    • « also used as a bear deterrent »

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