pepper spray

Speech parts

1. pepper spray - Noun

2. pepper spray - Verb

Meaning

a nonlethal aerosol spray made with the pepper derivative oleoresin capiscum; used to cause temporary blindness and incapacitate an attacker; also used as a bear deterrent

Source: WordNet

Alternative names

pepper-spray

Synonyms

capsicum spray mace red pepper tear gas cayenne pepper hot pepper salt and pepper OC gas shichimi togarashi OC spray pepper gas bear spray tear bomb can of mace pepper sprayed him
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Hypernyms

aerosol aerosol bomb aerosol can chemical weapon spray can aerosol container

Examples

I don't know, Sage. You threw yourself in the line of pepper spray for me. You must like me just a little bit.” "I- I figured it'd be a shame to ruin your pretty face,” I stammered. Richelle Mead

Pepper spray is allowed to females only and must be registered with police. Source: Internet

Pepper-spray and mace were employed against those outside the house who attempted to interfere. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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