Mustard Gas (Noun)
Meaning
A toxic war gas with sulfide based compounds that raises blisters and attacks the eyes and lungs; there is no known antidote.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- The soldiers wore gas masks to protect themselves from the deadly mustard gas released by the enemy.
- During World War I, mustard gas was widely used as a chemical warfare agent, causing severe injuries and fatalities.
- The doctor warned that exposure to mustard gas could lead to permanent damage to the eyes, skin, and respiratory system.
- The development of mustard gas as a chemical weapon led to a significant increase in casualties during wartime.
- In the event of a mustard gas attack, people were advised to seek immediate medical attention and to decontaminate their skin and clothing.