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parasiticide

/pærəˈsɪtɪsaɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does parasiticide mean?

noun

A substance or agent used to kill or destroy parasites, especially in animals or plants.

Example

"The farmer applied a parasiticide to the cattle to control the tick infestation."

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