We have listed below Protection for some hikers crossword clue answers based on our database. This clue was last seen on March 3 2023 in the NYT crossword puzzle.
| Crossword Clue | Answer | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Protection for some hikers | BEARSPRAY | 9 letters |
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Crossword Answer for Protection for some hikers
Protection for some hikers NYT crossword clue answer with 9 letters is:
- BEARSPRAY
Why this answer? Meaning: Bearspray is an aerosol spray used to deter bears from attacking hikers. It is made from capsaicin, which is a naturally occurring compound found in peppers. Bears are deterred by the strong smell and burning sensation it produces.
Other solutions or synonyms
Are you looking for a different answer? If you are playing another crossword puzzle game (not NYT), other (less) possible solutions to Protection for some hikers crossword or BEARSPRAY synonyms are: TENTS (45%), GORETEX (32%), STAKE (23%), BOOTS (20%), VEST (19%)
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