pepper spray

noun

: a temporarily disabling aerosol that is composed partly of capsicum oleoresin and causes irritation and blinding of the eyes and inflammation of the nose, throat, and skin

Examples of pepper spray in a Sentence

The police used pepper spray to bring the suspect under control.

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She was detained in December after 82 fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms and a canister of pepper spray were found inside her hand luggage. —

Cnn, The Mercury News, 30 Dec. 2024 Keep in mind that not all states allow delivery or even the use of pepper spray. —

Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 29 Dec. 2024 Upon further inspection, the officer discovered 82 consumer grade fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms and one canister of pepper spray, according to the release. —

Kathleen Wong, USA TODAY, 23 Dec. 2024 The officer opened the bag in front of the passenger and was shocked to see what was inside: 82 fireworks, three knives, two replica firearms and a canister of pepper spray — none of which are allowed in carry-on luggage. —

Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pepper spray