algaecide
|al-gae-cide|
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/ˈæl.dʒiˌsaɪd/
substance to kill algae
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algaecide' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alga,' where 'alga' meant 'seaweed,' combined with the suffix '-cide' from Latin 'caedere,' meaning 'to kill.'
Historical Evolution
'alga' combined with '-cide' to form the modern English word 'algaecide.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a substance to kill seaweed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a substance to kill or control algae.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a substance used to kill or control the growth of algae.
The pool maintenance team added algaecide to prevent algae growth.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/19 14:51