TAINT
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Example

The recall followed reports that bacteria might taint the milk.

Definition

contamination or pollution, especially in food or water

  • incipient decay, rot, or infection

a slight trace, tinge, or hint of something

a mark of disgrace that damages reputation

to contaminate or spoil, especially by introducing something harmful

to corrupt or damage the moral character or reputation

a label marking data or variables as untrusted for security checks

to mark data or variables as untrusted so extra checks apply