fungicide

noun

fun·​gi·​cide ˈfən-jə-ˌsīd  ˈfəŋ-gə- 

: an agent that destroys fungi or inhibits their growth

Examples of fungicide in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

If pests or diseases like fungal infections are to blame, the next step is to apply an appropriate fungicide or natural pesticide. — The Spruce, 8 Sep. 2026

These plants were grown without herbicides, pesticides, or fungicides. — Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Conventional fungicides like chlorothalonil (Daconil) and others are labeled for specific crops and diseases. — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Aug. 2026

But any application of insecticides or fungicides should be targeted to control a specific pest or disease that is present in the landscape. — Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

International Scientific Vocabulary

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for fungicide

• actinide
• aldehyde
• alkoxide
• alongside
• amplified
• arsenide
• beautified
• biocide
• bisulphide
• butoxide
• calcified
• ceramide

Kids Definition

fungicide

noun

fun·​gi·​cide ˈfən-jə-ˌsīd 

ˈfəŋ-gə-

: a substance that destroys fungi

fungicidal

ˌfən-jə-ˈsīd-ᵊl, 

ˌfəŋ-gə-

adjective

Medical Definition

fungicide

noun

fun·​gi·​cide ˈfən-jə-ˌsīd  ˈfəŋ-gə- 

: an agent that destroys fungi or inhibits their growth