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Definition of bioterror

bioterror

/ˌbaɪoʊˈtɛrər/
bi · o · ter · ror
Adjective:bioterrorist
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• noun

1

Terrorism involving the intentional release or dissemination of biological agents, such as bacteria, viruses, or toxins, to cause illness, death, or widespread fear.

Example

"Public health agencies regularly update their emergency protocols to strengthen defenses against potential threats of bioterror."

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• Rhymes for bioterror

• Nearby Words

biosphere
biotech
biotechnology
bioterror
bioterrorism
bioterrorist
biotic

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century by combining the Greek-derived prefix 'bio-' (from 'bios', meaning 'life') with 'terror' (from Latin 'terror', meaning 'great fear' or 'dread'), often used as a shortened form of 'bioterrorism'.

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180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Bioterror. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/bioterror
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