First Known Use: 1980
Dictionary
hazmat
noun, haz·mat often attributive \ˈhaz-ˌmat\
Definition of HAZMAT
: a material (as flammable or poisonous material) that would be a danger to life or to the environment if released without precautions
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Origin of HAZMAT
hazardous material
Medical Dictionary
hazmat
noun , haz·mat often attrib \ˈhaz-ˌmat\
Medical Definition of HAZMAT
: a material (as radioactive, flammable, explosive, or poisonous material) that would be a danger to life or to the environment if released without necessary precautions being taken <toxic waste hauled away by workers in hazmat suits—Tom Spousta> <hazmat storage>
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