Non-lethal

Origin

- + non + lethal

Full definition of non-lethal

Adjective

1. Not capable of causing death.Because animals can become bait shy when they consume a non-lethal dose that merely makes them sick, it is generally recommended that the applicator pre-bait the animals with untreated bait.
2. Designed to cause incapacitation without causing death.Government officials think a universal malodor, or offensive odor, might prove effective as a non-lethal weapon.

Noun

1. Any weapon that incapacitates without causing death.