pollutant

Word parts

pollute + -ant

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /pəˈl(j)uːtənt/

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Noun

Singular pollutant

Plural pollutants

1. (countable) A pollutant is something that makes the air, soil or water dirty or polluted.
   • Synonym: contaminant

   Insecticides, herbicides, and detergents are all examples of water pollutants.

Related words

• pollute
• pollution