suicide net

noun

A barrier of netting erected along the edge of a bridge or other tall structure to prevent people from committing suicide by leaping from it.

Meanings

nounsuicide net (plural suicide nets)

plural suicide nets

  1. A barrier of netting erected along the edge of a bridge or other tall structure to prevent people from committing suicide by leaping from it.
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APA

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Chicago

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