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larvicide

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun larvicide has 1 sense
  1. larvicide - a chemical used to kill larval pests
    --1 is a kind of
    chemical

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Larvicide

Description:

A larvicide refers to a substance used to kill or control the larvae of insects, particularly mosquitoes. It works by targeting the developing stages of the insects, preventing them from maturing into adult pests.

Sample Sentences:

  • The authorities sprayed larvicide in standing water areas to prevent mosquito growth.
  • Using a larvicide can effectively reduce the population of fly larvae in livestock farming.
  • To combat the spread of dengue fever, the government distributed larvicide to households.

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