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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

fumigant

/ˈfjuːmɪɡənt/ noun · British & US
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What does fumigant mean?

noun

A substance that gives off fumes or vapors, especially one used to kill insects or rodents. A fumigant is used to disinfect or deodorize a place or object.

Example

"The farmer used a fumigant to kill the pests in his crops."

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