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biocide

[ bahy-uh-sahyd ]

noun

  1. any chemical that destroys life by poisoning, especially a pesticide, herbicide, or fungicide.

biocide

/ ˈbaɪəˌsaɪd /

noun

  1. a chemical, such as a pesticide, capable of killing living organisms

biocide

/ bī′ə-sīd′ /

  1. A chemical agent, such as a pesticide or herbicide, that is capable of destroying living organisms.

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Derived Forms

  • ˌbioˈcidal, adjective

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Other Words From

  • bio·cidal adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of biocide1

First recorded in 1945–50; bio- + -cide

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