Definitions
There are 4 meanings of the word
Pyrethrums.
Pyrethrums - as a noun
Used in former classifications for plants later placed in genus chrysanthemum and now often included in genus tanacetum
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
genus pyrethrumMade of dried flower heads of pyrethrum plants
White-flowered pyrethrum of balkan area whose pinnate leaves are white and silky-hairy below; source of an insecticide; sometimes placed in genus chrysanthemum
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chrysanthemum cinerariifoliumdalmatia pyrethrumdalmatian pyrethrumtanacetum cinerariifoliumSpring-flowering garden perennial of asiatic origin having finely divided aromatic leaves and white to pink-purple flowers; source of an insecticide; sometimes placed in genus chrysanthemum
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chrysanthemum coccineumpainted daisytanacetum coccineumExample Sentences
"Farmers use pyrethrums to eliminate pests and protect their crops."
"The use of pyrethrums in agriculture has increased in recent years."
"Many household insect sprays contain pyrethrums as their active ingredient."
"The pyrethrums in this spray are harmless to humans but lethal to mosquitoes."
"Some people are allergic to pyrethrums and may experience skin irritation."
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