acarotoxic
|a-car-o-tox-ic|
C2
/ˌækərəˈtɒksɪk/
toxic to mites
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acarotoxic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'akari,' meaning 'mite,' and 'toxikon,' meaning 'poison.'
Historical Evolution
'akari' combined with 'toxikon' in scientific terminology to form the modern English word 'acarotoxic.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'poisonous to mites,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or having a toxic effect on mites.
The acarotoxic properties of the chemical make it effective in pest control.
Synonyms
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