larvicidal
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/ˌlɑːr.vɪˈsaɪ.dəl/
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/ˌlɑː.vɪˈsaɪ.dəl/
killing larvae
Etymology
Etymology Information
'larvicidal' originates from the combination of 'larva' and the suffix '-cidal', which comes from Latin 'caedere', meaning 'to kill'.
Historical Evolution
'larvicidal' was formed in modern English by combining 'larva' with the suffix '-cidal', which was derived from Latin.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of killing larvae', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or capable of killing larvae, especially insect larvae.
The farmer used a larvicidal spray to control the mosquito population.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 13:04