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PESTICIDE

(noun)

Definitions

There is 1 meaning of the word Pesticide.

How to pronounce pesticide:

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Pesticide - as a noun

A chemical used to kill pests (as rodents or insects)

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
chemicalchemical substance
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Farmers use pesticides to protect their crops from pests."
"The use of pesticides has been linked to environmental damage."
"The government regulates the sale and use of pesticides."
"Organic farmers avoid using synthetic pesticides."
"Excessive use of pesticides can lead to pesticide resistance in pests."
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Word Game Points

Is PESTICIDE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, pesticide is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PESTICIDE has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is PESTICIDE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, pesticide is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PESTICIDE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is PESTICIDE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, pesticide is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PESTICIDE has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

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