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pesticide
/ˈpɛstɪsaɪd/
noun
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A chemical substance used to kill or control pests such as insects, weeds, fungi, or rodents that damage crops or spread disease.
- Farmers spray pesticides on their crops to prevent insect damage.
- Many people prefer organic produce grown without pesticides.
- Exposure to certain pesticides can be harmful to human health.
- Recent studies indicate that pesticide runoff from agricultural lands contributes significantly to aquatic ecosystem degradation.
- Regulatory agencies have established strict guidelines for pesticide application to minimize environmental impact.
- The development of biological pesticide alternatives represents a promising avenue for sustainable agriculture.