Any microorganism whose release and spread could cause a public health catastrophe.

plural of Andromeda strain

plural of rip-and-reader

(broadcasting, slang, derogatory) A newsreader or station that delivers the news in a formulaic, uninspired manner.

(aviation) An onboard system used to avoid controlled flight into terrain (CFIT).

Synonym of bind hand and foot

(transitive) Tie up (someone's) hands and feet. / (transitive, metaphoric) Prevented from doing what one wishes.

(law) Acting for; acting as an agent of.

A traditional style of painted decoration applied to British narrowboats, typically incorporating brightly coloured flowers and scenes of castles set within rural landscapes.

(military, colloquial) A form of camouflage in dull green and olive colours.