acaricide
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/əˈkærɪˌsaɪd/
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/əˈkærɪsaɪd/
mite killer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acaricide' originates from the Greek word 'akari,' meaning 'mite,' and the Latin suffix '-cide,' meaning 'killer.'
Historical Evolution
'akari' combined with the Latin suffix '-cide' to form the modern English word 'acaricide.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'mite killer,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a substance used to kill mites and ticks.
The farmer used an acaricide to protect his crops from mite infestation.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/11 12:21