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/ˈpɒljʊtɪŋ ˈeɪdʒənt/ · pol·lut·ing àg·ent
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- A substance, entity, or factor that causes environmental pollution, typically through the release of harmful chemicals or waste. The industrial plant was fined for releasing polluting agents into the nearby river.
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- A person or organization responsible for causing environmental pollution. The government held the polluting agent accountable for the devastating effects on local wildlife.
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Did you know? The term 'polluting agent' is often used in environmental law and policy to describe entities or substances that cause harm to ecosystems and human health.