What is another word for nerve gas?

Pronunciation: [nˈɜːv ɡˈas] (IPA)

Nerve gas is a highly toxic substance that can cause severe harm to those who come into contact with it. Due to its violent nature, it has a number of synonyms that have been used to describe the same thing. These include chemical weapon, poison gas, toxic gas, nerve agent, and VX gas. While these terms may vary in their exact definition, they all refer to the same deadly substance that has been used in conflicts around the world. It is important to know these synonyms as they can help us better understand and address the dangers associated with nerve gas and related weapons.

What are the hypernyms for Nerve gas?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

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