bioterrorism

(bī′ō terər iz′əm)

noun

terrorism using deadly microorganisms, toxins, etc.

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See bioterrorism in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
The use of biological agents, such as pathogenic organisms or agricultural pests, for terrorist purposes.

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  • biˌo·terˈror·ist adjective & n.

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