insecticide

Word parts

insect + -i- + -cide

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): [ɪnˈsɛktɪsʌɪd]

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Noun

Singular insecticide

Plural insecticides

1. (uncountable) Insecticide is a chemical substance that is used to kill insects.

Related words

• pesticide