adulticidal
|a-dult-i-cid-al|
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/əˌdʌlˈtɪsɪdəl/
kills adult insects
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adulticidal' originates from the combination of 'adult' and the suffix '-cidal', which is derived from Latin 'caedere', meaning 'to kill'.
Historical Evolution
'adulticidal' was formed in modern English by combining 'adult' with '-cidal', following the pattern of similar words like 'insecticidal'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to kill adult insects', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or denoting a substance or agent that kills adult insects.
The adulticidal spray was effective in reducing the mosquito population.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 09:06