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View synonyms for herbicide

herbicide

[ hur-buh-sahyd, ur- ]

noun

  1. a substance or preparation for killing plants, especially weeds.


herbicide

/ ˈhɜːbɪˌsaɪd /

noun

  1. a chemical that destroys plants, esp one used to control weeds


herbicide

/ hûrbĭ-sīd′,ûr- /

  1. A pesticide used to kill weeds. Paraquat is a herbicide.
  2. Compare fungicide


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Derived Forms

  • ˌherbiˈcidal, adjective

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Other Words From

  • herbi·cidal adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of herbicide1

First recorded in 1895–1900; herb + -i- + -cide

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Example Sentences

He notes that at least the regulations mandate third-party testing for toxic herbicides and pesticides.

Blackgrass and other weeds are now resistant to pesticides and herbicides.

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The line is designed to promote organic and regenerative farming, and all wines are made from organically certified grapes in the belief that consumers want wines made without artificial pesticides and herbicides.

They found that over the past 15 years, climate had an influence on the eastern monarch population that was nearly seven times that of other variables such as herbicide use.

There are several certifications that vary by country or even region, but they all show the winery’s commitment to eco-friendly practices, such as avoiding pesticides and herbicides.

The most widely planted type of biotech crop is engineered to withstand application of an herbicide to kill nearby weeds.

Bags of fertilizer can be put on display, as can vials of penicillin, and jars of herbicide.

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