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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

insecticides

/ɪnˈsɛktɪsaɪdz/ noun · British & US
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What does insecticides mean?

noun

Chemicals used for killing insects, especially in agriculture and public health.

Example

"The farmer applied insecticides to the crops to prevent damage from pests."

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