lacrimator
Definition
Noun: A substance, typically a gas, that irritates the eyes, causing them to produce tears. Its primary purpose is to incapacitate temporarily by inducing tearing and eye discomfort, often used for crowd control or riot suppression. It is designed to be non-lethal and cause no permanent damage to the eyes when used as intended.
Usage and Examples
- Noun:
- Police used a lacrimator to disperse the unruly protesters.
- The canister released a powerful lacrimator that filled the room with stinging fumes.
- Exposure to the lacrimator caused immediate burning and watering of the eyes.
Advanced Usage
- Technical/Formal Context: The term is used in formal, legal, medical, or technical reports. In everyday conversation, the common name "tear gas" is almost always used instead.
- The protocol listed the specific lacrimator agent, CS gas, that was deployed.
Variants and Related Words
- Tear Gas (n): The common, non-technical synonym for a lacrimator.
- Lacrimatory (adj): Describing something that causes tears. (e.g., ).
- CS Gas (n): A specific type of lacrimator (Orthochlorobenzalmalononitrile).
- CN Gas (n): Another specific type of lacrimator (Chloroacetophenone).
Synonyms
- Tear gas
- Riot control agent
- Mace (a brand name often used generically, though technically a specific chemical formulation)
Antonyms
- There are no direct antonyms, but substances with opposite effects could be considered conceptual opposites, such as:
- Anesthetic (a substance that numbs sensation)
- Soothing agent
Noun
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a gas that makes the eyes fill with tears but does not damage them; used in dispersing crowds
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