urticants
/ˈɜrtɪkənts/
noun
- Plural of urticant; substances or agents that cause a stinging or burning sensation on the skin.
- Some marine animals produce urticants to defend themselves from predators.
- The gardener wore long sleeves to avoid contact with the urticants in the weeds.
- The plant's leaves are covered in tiny urticants that release upon touch.
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