algicide
|al-gi-cide|
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/ˈæl.dʒɪˌsaɪd/
algae killer
Etymology
Etymology Information
'algicide' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'alga,' where 'alga' meant 'seaweed,' combined with the suffix '-cide,' which means 'killer.'
Historical Evolution
'alga' transformed into the modern English word 'algae,' and eventually combined with '-cide' to form 'algicide.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'killer of seaweed,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'substance used to kill algae.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a substance used to kill algae.
The pool maintenance team added algicide to the water to prevent algae growth.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/20 06:21