contaminated
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
adulterated; impure
Adjective
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
made unfit for use by the introduction of unwholesome or undesirable elements.
Adjective
Examples
A "contaminated" runway has over 25% of its surface area covered with standing water or slush (or loose snow) more than 3mm thick, or compressed snow and ice anywhere along the takeoff run or accelerate-stop surface.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “contaminated” mean?
adulterated; impure
Is “contaminated” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.