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pesticide
nounmasculinetechnicalcommon/pɨʃtɨˈsidɐ/pes·ti·ci·da
Definition
1A chemical or biological substance used to eliminate or control pests (insects, fungi, weeds, etc.).
Usage examples
“Excessive use of pesticides can contaminate soil and water.”
“Farmers applied a pesticide to combat the infestation.”
Common combinations
agricultural pesticidepesticide applicationpesticide residues