fungicide

noun

Definition of fungicidenext
as in herbicide

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Recent Examples of fungicide One is boscalid, the systemic endocrine-disrupting fungicide that the EPA is reevaluating. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 9 June 2026 If the problem persists, spray foliage with a fungicide and repeat as necessary. — Steve Bender, Southern Living, 9 June 2026 Neem oil is an organic control option, but like conventional fungicides, it must be applied at the beginning of an infection and regularly until frost. — Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 June 2026 Another fungicide formula includes one tablespoon of baking soda, one tablespoon of vegetable oil, and one tablespoon of dish soap mixed into one gallon of water. — Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for fungicide
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  1. herbicide
  2. pesticide
  3. insecticide
  4. toxicant
  5. germicide
Noun
  • Both are suitable methods for killing weeds without using herbicides or chemicals.
    — Leanne Potts, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026
  • Use ground covers, mulch, and herbicides to prevent the spread of poison ivy and safely remove it when necessary.
    — Samantha Johnson, Martha Stewart, 15 July 2026
Definition of herbicide
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  • If pesticides are needed, choose safer options like bait stations in areas out of reach for children.
    — Dr. Lauren Zajac, Boston Herald, 19 July 2026
  • What’s more, these are made from 100% organic cotton percale that’s grown without harmful chemicals or pesticides.
    — Vy Yang, Architectural Digest, 17 July 2026
Definition of pesticide
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  • In 7 to 10 days, if the mound still is active, use a powder, dust or liquid insecticide directly on the mounds.
    — Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 17 July 2026
  • It’s not typically recommended as an insecticide for vegetable gardens.
    — Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 15 July 2026
Definition of insecticide
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  • Researchers found that 40% of the 97 participants had higher concentrations of a toxicant associated with the defunct LCP Chemicals plant than the national average.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 12 June 2026
  • The ash from open burning can also contaminate soil and groundwater with persistent organic pollutants, heavy metals and other toxicants, creating more chances for people to be exposed to them through food and water.
    — Ellen M. Considine, The Conversation, 2 June 2026
Definition of toxicant
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  • According to a news release, Enviro-Master uses a non-toxic, non-corrosive and food-safe germicide that's dispensed from an electrostatic sprayer, basically the equivalent of a proton pack for germs.
    — Slone Terranella, Detroit Free Press, 3 Dec. 2020
Definition of germicide

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