What is another word for lachrymatory gas?

Pronunciation: [lˈakɹɪmətəɹˌi ɡˈas] (IPA)

Lachrymatory gas is a substance that irritates the eyes and the respiratory system, causing tears, coughing, and discomfort. There are various synonyms for lachrymatory gas such as tear gas, CS gas (2-chlorobenzalmalononitrile), mace, pepper spray, and OC spray. These are often used by law enforcement and military personnel for crowd control, riot control, and self-defense purposes. Despite their effectiveness in neutralizing threats, the use of lachrymatory gases has been controversial due to their potential harmful effects on innocent bystanders and the environment. As such, their use is subject to legal and ethical scrutiny, and strict regulations are enforced to prevent their misuse.

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Famous quotes with Lachrymatory gas

  • It is sheer affectation to lacerate a man with the poisonous fragment of a bursting shell and to boggle at making his eyes water by means of lachrymatory gas. I am strongly in favour of using poisoned gas against uncivilised tribes.… We cannot, in any circumstances acquiesce to the non-utilisation of any weapons which are available to procure a speedy termination of the disorder which prevails on the frontier.
    Winston Churchill

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