Meaning of the word contamination in English

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contamination

US /kənˌtæm.əˈneɪ.ʃən/
UK /kənˌtæm.əˈneɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the action or state of making or being made impure by polluting or poisoning

Example:
The river suffered from severe chemical contamination.
Measures were taken to prevent food contamination.
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