1. Plural of hazmat; materials or substances that are dangerous or potentially harmful to health, safety, or the environment, such as chemicals, explosives, or radioactive materials.
Usage: informal; often used in transportation, workplace safety, and emergency response contexts

Examples

• The truck was carrying hazmats and required special permits to cross state lines.
• Workers must wear protective gear when handling hazmats in the warehouse.
• The hazmat team was called to clean up the spilled hazmats from the accident.
• Proper labeling of hazmats is required by federal law.
• The company trains all employees on how to safely transport hazmats.
• Hazmats must be stored in designated areas away from regular inventory.