fungicide

noun

Definition of fungicidenext
as in herbicide

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Recent Examples of fungicide One is boscalid, the systemic endocrine-disrupting fungicide that the EPA is reevaluating. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 9 June 2026 Neem oil is an organic control option, but like conventional fungicides, it must be applied at the beginning of an infection and regularly until frost. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026 Another fungicide formula includes one tablespoon of baking soda, one tablespoon of vegetable oil, and one tablespoon of dish soap mixed into one gallon of water. — Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 May 2026 Cinnamon can be used for everything from germination to protecting plants from pests and diseases, from stimulating plant growth to as a natural antiseptic, fungicide, and pest repellent. — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 23 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for fungicide
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  1. herbicide
  2. pesticide
  3. insecticide
  4. toxicant
  5. germicide
Noun
  • The plant also can be controlled by applying a nonselective herbicide, but that will not save digging.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Ahead, gardening experts share their tips for using baking soda as an all-natural herbicide, plus additional methods that work just as well.
    — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
Definition of herbicide
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  • Most landscapes do not need pesticides to thrive, so put away the chemicals.
    — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 5 July 2026
  • Earth-friendly gardeners strive to manage our gardens without pesticides.
    — Rita Perwich, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2026
Definition of pesticide
Noun
  • One common medicinal use is as an insecticide on the head and the feet.
    — Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 30 June 2026
  • Use a pet-friendly insecticide like Zevo, which relies on concentrated essential oils to knock down roaches and other insects.
    — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 28 June 2026
Definition of insecticide
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  • Researchers found that 40% of the 97 participants had higher concentrations of a toxicant associated with the defunct LCP Chemicals plant than the national average.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 12 June 2026
  • The ash from open burning can also contaminate soil and groundwater with persistent organic pollutants, heavy metals and other toxicants, creating more chances for people to be exposed to them through food and water.
    — Ellen M. Considine, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
Definition of toxicant
Noun
  • According to a news release, Enviro-Master uses a non-toxic, non-corrosive and food-safe germicide that's dispensed from an electrostatic sprayer, basically the equivalent of a proton pack for germs.
    — Slone Terranella, Detroit Free Press, 3 Dec. 2020
Definition of germicide

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