What does cides mean?
noun
A cide is a suffix used in chemical names to denote a compound that is a derivative of a carboxylic acid. It is often used in combination with other suffixes to form the name of a specific compound.
Example
"The names of many carboxylic acids end in -cide, such as benzoic acid and citric acid."
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