acaricide

noun

acar·i·cide | \ ə-ˈker-ə-ˌsīd

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Definition of acaricide

: a pesticide that kills mites and ticks

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Recent Examples on the Web Large-scale habitat control or acaricide (tick-killing) treatment of wildlife, though possible, can be difficult or not cost-effective for homeowners. — Joyce Sakamoto, Washington Post, 18 June 2018

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“Acaricide.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/acaricide. Accessed 4 Jul. 2022.

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acaricide

noun

acar·i·cide | \ ə-ˈkar-ə-ˌsīd

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Medical Definition of acaricide

: a pesticide that kills mites and ticks

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