noun
- a heat-resistant fibrous silicate mineral that was formerly used in construction but is now known to cause serious lung diseases
Examples
- The old building contained asbestos insulation that had to be removed by specialists.
- Exposure to asbestos can cause mesothelioma and other lung diseases.
- Workers wore protective gear when handling asbestos materials.
- The use of asbestos in construction was banned due to health risks.
- Asbestos was once prized for its fire-resistant properties.
- The school was closed for asbestos abatement.