Asbestos

Definition

• A fire-resistant element that once was commonly used for insulation in buildings, but was discovered to cause health issues in the lungs. This material is no longer used and is typically removed from buildings when it is discovered.

Synonyms
toxic, fireproof, hazardous, cancerous

Acronyms
asb

Alternate Spellings
cancerous, hazardous, cancer

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