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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

larvicide

/ˈlɑrvɪsaɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does larvicide mean?

noun

A substance or agent used to kill larvae, especially in the control of insect pests. A larvicide is often used in agriculture and public health to prevent the spread of diseases.

Example

"The farmer applied a larvicide to the crops to prevent the larvae of the cotton bollworm from damaging the harvest."

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