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sick building syndrome
noun
- an illness caused by exposure to pollutants or germs inside an airtight building.
sick building syndrome
noun
- a group of symptoms, such as headaches, eye irritation, and lethargy, that may be experienced by workers in offices with limited ventilation
sick building syndrome
/ sĭk /
- An illness affecting workers in office buildings, characterized by skin irritation, headache, and respiratory problems, and thought to be caused by indoor pollutants, microorganisms, or inadequate ventilation.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of sick building syndrome1
First recorded in 1980–85
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