English word bioweapon comes from English weapon, English bio- (Life. Organic life.)
Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
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weapon | English (eng) | (informal, humorous) A tool of any kind.. An instrument of attack or defense in combat or hunting, e.g. most guns, missiles, or swords.. An instrument or other means of harming or exerting control over another. |
bio- | English (eng) | Life. Organic life. |
bioweapon | English (eng) | Any weapon designed to be used in biological warfare. |