01 adj. containing undesired or infective microorganisms.
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containing undesired or infective microorganisms.
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rendered impure by addition of deleterious substances; as, had to boil the contaminated water.
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damaged by inclusion of incorrect data or information not belonging; as, The file was contaminated by a buggy editor.(Computers)
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appearing unethical due to a questionable source or motives; -- of money or activities; as, The fund was contaminated by a large donation from a mobster.